vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I submitted a complaint ( # XXXX ) with CFPB for Equifax on XX/XX/year> in regard to an inaccuracy that was reporting on my credit report. Equifax allowed two fraudulent collections to appear onto my report which caused my credit score to be reduced by at least XXXX points. I submitted a dispute for the matter and Equifax investigated and removed the collections ; however, they still did not correct the overall issue. Prior to the collections being added, my score was in the XXXXXXXX XXXX for years as I pay my bills on time and don't have any derogatory accounts. Once the collections appeared, my score immediately was reduced by a lot, bringing my score down from the mid XXXX XXXX to the mid XXXX XXXX and changing my credit worthiness from " good '' to " fair ''. I was also having issues with accessing my report for some strange reason, but that has since been corrected. Once I realized that the collections had been removed but the score still remained low, I contacted Equifax via phone and shared with them my concern. The representative that I initially spoke to acknowledged that there did seem to be an issue with the scoring calculation since it had not changed after the removal of the collections and said that she would escalate the issue to technical support. She shared with me that someone would contact me via phone once the issue was resolved, but I never received a call, email, or letter in the mail. Ultimately, Equifax responded to my complaint to CFPB and only addressed the issue of me not being able to access my report. They did not mention and completely ignored the most important issue, which was my credit score issue. I spoke to Equifax again today ( XX/XX/year> ) and was told that there was nothing that they could do about the issue. As of now my score still remains low, in the ( fair ) category, although I have no late payments, collections or negative information reporting on my file. XXXX and XXXX  have the same accounts and information reporting as Equifax, and they all show excellent payment history. However, XXXX and XXXX are reporting the correct scores ( still in the XXXXXXXX XXXX  ) but Equifax is showing a totally different score, as if I have bad credit. This is not right.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Didn't receive services that were advertised
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
The company does not adequately protect their customer 's sensitive information. There is no Multi factor authentication option for user accounts- this means virtually anyone can log in and view credit info, place or remove a credit freeze, and tamper with user communication settings with JUST a password. This is completely unacceptable. The company literally XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
American Express removed my account because they stated : Reason ( s ) for Our Decision : We reviewed several pieces of information when making this decision, including your history with us.

We made this decision for the following reason ( s ) : During a recent review of the account referenced above, we determined that recent disputes were not made in good faith.

I have been an American Express user since XXXX and have disputed every single transaction that was deemed fraud or scam by the merchant. They provided no evidence that these disputes were not made in good faith yet each and every one was. They are lying because I am not profitable and did not give me any recourse to prove the disputes were legitimate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I do not recognize the negative accounts appearing on my credit

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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I do not recognize the negative accounts appearing on my credit

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
( XXXX XXXX XXXX ), ( XXXX, ( XXXX ) Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 
1681c-2 ) that you, the TransUnion credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. 
This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of A collection account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX, account number XXXX. A utility account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX, account number XXXX. A credit card opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX, account number XXXX. A credit card opened at XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX, account number XXXX. 
A credit card opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX opened on XX/XX/XXXX, account number XXXX. A collection account opened at XXXX XXXX Account number : XXXX * * * * Date opened : XX/XX/XXXX, please remove all other names and addresses listed on my credit report. i have never lived there and i am not associated by any other name. my personal information was leaked in the recent data breach. please remove all accounts listed in this complaint off my credit report. 
These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections and accounts appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint ( XXXX ) as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting
agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting
agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I want to stress that I did not give written permission for these specific transactions to be included in my consumer report. At no point did I authorize these entries, and their presence on my report is unwarranted. Consequently, I am formally requesting that these accounts be blocked and removed from my report immediately. It is important to clarify that this request is not due to any error or negligence on my part. There has been no oversight or misunderstanding on my end. Instead, this issue arises solely from the fact that I did not explicitly authorize the inclusion of these transactions in my report. I am diligent about maintaining the accuracy and privacy of my financial records, and these unauthorized entries compromise that integrity. I trust that you will handle this matter with the urgency and seriousness it deserves. Please confirm the removal of these transactions from my report as soon as possible. Thank you for your prompt attention to this issue.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I need to stress that this complaint isn't a mistake. My credit report has inaccuracies that aren't assured to be the maximum possible accuracy. These errors are really weighing on me and is continuing to affect me negatively in ways you can not begin to imagine, these are trying times and it would be a great help to me, a blessing I must say, if these inaccuracies get corrected and/or removed.

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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  TransUnion Consumer Solutions XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX : XXXX Re : Security Freeze Request Dear Sir/Madam, I, XXXX XXXX XXXX with Social Security Number XXXX XXXX a resident of XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, submit this affidavit to request a security freeze on my credit report.

Pursuant to my rights under applicable federal and state laws, including but not limited to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and any other relevant regulations, I hereby formally request that a Security Freeze be placed on my credit file immediately. 
Affidavit : 1. Applicant Identification : Full Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Social Security Number : XXXX Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX Current Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 2. Security Freeze Request : o I request that a security freeze be placed on my credit report to prevent unauthorized third-party access, except for those legally authorized or with my explicit consent. 
o This freeze should remain in place until I personally request its removal in writing, in compliance with applicable legal requirements. 
3. Attached Documentation : I have attached the following documents to verify my identity and process my request : o A copy of my drivers license or government-issued ID. 
o A copy of a recent utility bill or bank statement confirming my current address. 
o A copy of my Social Security Number.

4. Affirmation : I declare under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this affidavit is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. This request is made in good faith to protect my credit information.

5. Confirmation Request : I hereby request written confirmation of the receipt and implementation of this security freeze request. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 
Sincerely, 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I discovered incorrect accounts on my credit report, and I have no idea how they got there. I regularly check my report, but this time, unexpected discrepancies appeared. I even tried refreshing my browser, thinking it might be a glitch, but the errors remained. Since this issue persists, I request a thorough review of the documents Ive submitted so that I wont have to worry about this problem again.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I discovered incorrect accounts on my credit report, and I have no idea how they got there. I regularly check my report, but this time, unexpected discrepancies appeared. I even tried refreshing my browser, thinking it might be a glitch, but the errors remained. Since this issue persists, I request a thorough review of the documents Ive submitted so that I wont have to worry about this problem again.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I discovered incorrect accounts on my credit report, and I have no idea how they got there. I regularly check my report, but this time, unexpected discrepancies appeared. I even tried refreshing my browser, thinking it might be a glitch, but the errors remained. Since this issue persists, I request a thorough review of the documents Ive submitted so that I wont have to worry about this problem again.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and noticed I had fraudulent accounts on my report. Please remove these accounts from my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute several negative accounts on my credit report, as I believe these accounts are the result of identity theft. I have recently discovered unauthorized transactions and accounts opened in my name that I did not initiate. This fraudulent activity has caused significant harm to my credit history and financial well-being. 

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide me with a timeline for the resolution process. You can contact me at the provided phone number or email address if you require any additional information.

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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute several negative accounts on my credit report, as I believe these accounts are the result of identity theft. I have recently discovered unauthorized transactions and accounts opened in my name that I did not initiate. This fraudulent activity has caused significant harm to my credit history and financial well-being. 

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide me with a timeline for the resolution process. You can contact me at the provided phone number or email address if you require any additional information.

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CCS Financial Services, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I formally disputing the following unauthorized accounts and inaccuracies that must be corrected. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX. Balance : [ {$850.00} ]. This is an unauthorized account that was reported without my explicit consent. I did not open this account, and it was reported without my knowledge. 
2. Credit Collection Service . Balance : [ {$1600.00} ]. Similarly, this is another account that was reported without my permission. I did not give any consent to Credit Collection Services to report on my credit file. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX. Account : Closed. This account was closed, but it still remains on my credit report long ago as per law. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX. Account : Paid off/Closed. Similarly, this account was closed but still appears on my credit report. It should have been removed a long time ago. 
XXXX. Unauthorized Inquiries. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX [ XXXX ]. XXXX XXXX. XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. All of these inquires on my credit report I did authorize. And I did not give any of these company 's permission to access my credit information. 
.Under 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2, any unauthorized accounts or inquiries must be blocked from my credit report. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( f ) prohibits reporting without consent, and15 U.S. Code 1681i requires corrections for inaccurate entries.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-22 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation