Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #18602655
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 18602655
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, INC.
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: California
ZIP Code: 95148
Date Received: 2025-11-17T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2026-01-09T12:00:00-05:00
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 #18602655 about?
Complaint #18602655 was filed against Bread Financial Holdings, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-11-17T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Bread Financial Holdings, INC. 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 Bread Financial Holdings, INC.?
Yes, visit the Bread Financial Holdings, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/bread-financial-holdings-inc 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.