Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #17801485
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 17801485
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30046
Date Received: 2025-11-21T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-11-21T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am writing to formally request validation of a collection account referenced in a recent letter I received. Under my rights granted by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I am asking your office to provide proper documentation verifying that this debt is valid. This includes the name of the original creditor, the total amount owed, a complete payment history, and proof that I am legally responsible for the account. I am making this request to confirm that the information being reported is accurate and not the result of an error, misunderstanding, or fraudulent activity. Until full validation is provided, I request that all collection efforts and credit reporting related to this account be suspended, as permitted by law.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #17801485 about?
Complaint #17801485 was filed against Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-11-21T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Debt collection) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC?
Yes, visit the Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/portfolio-recovery-associates-llc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.