Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5318296
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5318296
Company: American Express Company
Product: Debt collection
Sub-Product: Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed
Sub-Issue: Debt is not yours
State: New York
ZIP Code: 10002
Date Received: 2022-03-11T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-03-11T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I received a notice of a debt owed in XXXX. I submitted proper documentation to prove that the debt did not belong to me. I also had a police report from XXXX as someone had been using my social security number under a different name that was not mine. American Express provided documentation from a bank account being used to pay the original debt that also did not belong to me. I had once again opened a dispute to exercise my rights under the FCRA, requesting any proofs with my name, signature, ID, and any other information used, never received this, and was bombarded with email communications offering me a chance to settle the debt and be offered a new card. I did request in the past that they stop harassing me and did so again today XX/XX/XXXX. This account is continuing to keep a name and address that I have never lived at showing on my report and out of greed they have made no attempts to remove it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5318296 about?
Complaint #5318296 was filed against American Express Company regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-03-11T12:00:00-05:00.
How did American Express Company 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 American Express Company?
Yes, visit the American Express Company company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/american-express-company 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.