Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5241790
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5241790
Company: Credit Acceptance Corporation
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Auto debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: Ohio
ZIP Code: 44224
Date Received: 2022-02-19T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-02-19T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Tags: Servicemember
Consumer Narrative
I received a letter on XX/XX/XXXX for a sum of XXXX for a supposed debt in XXXX that I owed on a XXXX XXXX. ( this per a XXXX XXXX in a phone call XX/XX/XXXX at XXXX am est when calling in for info ) I have NEVER owned a XXXX XXXX in my life. This scam was attempted by XXXX XXXX last year, case XXXX with CFPB however with a different sum of money, ( which also violates the Federal trade credit collection law of different amounts ) I Reached out in regard by phone call to XXXX to find what the debt was about on XX/XX/XXXX. No info was given just that a debt was owed for XXXX for a debt on a vehicle I NEVER owned. The company presents themselves as XXXX XXXX XXXX in XXXX XXXX, Il XXXX. The only time I ever owed any money on a car was in XXXX. This was paid off and there action violates the act of XXXX XXXX. Be wary as they may be searching antique files to scam individuals This company needs investigated and held accountable. Please reach out to your attorney general or law enforcement if you receive any letters from Settlement Department in XXXX XXXX Illinois.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5241790 about?
Complaint #5241790 was filed against Credit Acceptance Corporation regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-02-19T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Credit Acceptance Corporation respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". 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 Credit Acceptance Corporation?
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Disclaimer
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.