Consumer complaint received 2023-11-05
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MI
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-issue: Investigation took more than 30 days

Complaint:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  ] Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Re : Formal Complaint against Experian for Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to formally report a grievance against Experian, a credit bureau XXXX for their alleged violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. I sent a certified letter to Experian, addressed to the XXXX XXXX, on XX/XX/XXXX, seeking the validation of a debt related to a closed account with an open balance that is inaccurately reported as past due. The subject account pertains to my relationship with XXXX XXXX and has a reported opening date of XX/XX/XXXX, and an outstanding balance of {$410.00}. 

The FCRA, under Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ), grants consumers the right to request verification of debts reported on their credit reports that they believe to be inaccurate or incomplete. My certified letter to Experian requested such verification of the debt associated with the mentioned account. Specifically, I sought information that would enable me to ascertain the validity and accuracy of the reported debt. 

Experian 's response to my request, however, has been unsatisfactory. The credit bureau failed to provide the essential information required to validate the debt, as stipulated by the FCRA. Instead, Experian continues to report the account as past due, which is having a detrimental impact on my creditworthiness. This reporting is in contravention of the FCRA 's provisions, specifically Sections 1681e ( b ) and 1681i, which mandate the accurate reporting of consumer credit information and the requirement to investigate disputed information. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) investigate this matter promptly, as Experian 's actions appear to be in violation of the FCRA. It is my belief that Experian 's failure to comply with the FCRA has caused substantial harm to my credit standing, potentially affecting my ability to access credit, employment opportunities, and other financial activities. 

In accordance with the FCRA, I would appreciate the CFPB 's assistance in addressing this issue and ensuring that Experian adheres to its obligations under the law. I have attached copies of the certified letter sent to Experian, as well as any correspondence received from them in response to my request. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to the CFPB 's involvement and assistance in resolving this dispute in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation