vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. I recently discovered that I was listed as part of the Equifax data breach where my personal information has been exposed. My identity has been stolen and I am so sad. Please help assist me in the matter. Im seeking that my consumer rights be implemented in the FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ). As an individual whos a victim of identity theft, I have the right to request that any fraudulent information be removed from all of my credit reports. This law states that credit reporting agencies promptly eliminate any information that originated from identity theft once they receive appropriate notification. Please remove these account in 4 business days.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Electronic communications — Frequent or repeated messages
Company: SIMM Associates, Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I've suddenly started receiving emails from SIMM Associates ( XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) indicating I owe money for a company I had never heard of. All are of different amounts with different accounts. Searching online I've discovered SIMM Associates have had complaints about this before. The company they're claiming I owe for is XXXX XXXX and they indicate that as of XX/XX/year> this debt was owed. The accounts and amounts I have from the emails are as follows : XXXX {$6.00}, XXXX {$22.00}, XXXX {$25.00}, XXXX {$71.00}, XXXX {$49.00}, XXXX {$33.00}, XXXX {$11.00} I never received any communication from XXXX ( phone, email, postal mail, carrier pigeon ) but there is a XXXX where I live that supplies medical equipment which I believe is what most of the other complaints I found indicated. 

I did called their office from their web site ( not from the email ) and they do have accounts and knew my name. They would not however give me any information unless I " verified '' my address and phone but they wanted me to give them the information rather than presenting any part of the information to me for verification. They said that they would not give me any information about the debt unless I provided personal information to them. Since this was generated by an email to me and I have received no postal mail or phone calls for the same debts they say I owe for a company I had to look up I declined to provide them with better ways to harass me. 

I'm not sure what can be done since unless the debt can be proven ( and it can't ) I'm not paying but I am worried about them attempting to report to my credit. If you can penalize them in any way that is a bonus but I mainly want this out there for others to see and as a record of my dispute ( which I also couldn't do when I called them ) and for them to never contact me again using any medium. 

Thank you, XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information that appears on my credit file with your bureau.

This letter is being sent pursuant to my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ) and 15 U.S.C. 1605 ( a ) regarding finance charges.

On my credit report, the account listed below is being reported with late payments. However, under 15 U.S.C. 1605 ( a ), if a finance charge was included in the sum of all payments for this account, there should not be any late payments reported.

Account in Question : Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX  XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reported Late Payments : XX/XX/year> Account in Question : Creditor Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reported Late Payments : XX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: U.S. BANCORP
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I AM ASKING FOR XXXX  AS MY RIGHTS AS A CONSUMER HAVEBEEN VIOATED, I AM EXTREMEMLY UPSAET AND STEESSED OUT AS I AM BEING ACCUSED OF OWING A DEBT THAT CLEARLY DOES NOT BELONG TO ME AND AS YOU WILL SEE ON THE ATTACHMENTS I JHAVE REQUESTED VERIFICATION AND HAVE NOT RECEOVED IT FROM EITHER OF THE BUREAUS AND THE DEBT COLLECTION COMPANY XXXX XXXX  HAS FAILED TO PROVIDE ME WITH PROOF THA TTGHIS IS XXXX AND I NEED YOUR HELOP PLEASE

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 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Citibank. I opened a checking and savings account online. I deposited funds {$5300.00} from a check into a checking acct and {$1500.00} cash into a savings acct on XX/XX/25. When contacted Citibank on XX/XX/25 to ask how I get my pin # to access my funds. They told me the account were being closed. I have made numerous ( in excess of XXXX ) attempts to resolve this issue and get my money. Online and at the XXXX XXXX XXXX. Branch with no success I have been told verbally that I should be receiving a letter stating why the accounts are being closed and my funds will be released in XXXX days. That info was told to me on XX/XX/25. I dont understand why I cant get my money. I have a mortgage and XXXX XXXX I need to pay for.

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 2025-09-10 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$760.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$540.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$100.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$180.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, XXXX as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: NC

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 TILA US Code 1666B since I was never late. " I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record. I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the law.

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 2025-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

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 TILA US Code 1666B since I was never late. " I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record. I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( FCBA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My report includes inquiries that I believe do not meet the permissible purpose requirement set forth in 15 USC 1681b. I suspect these inquiries were made in error and am requesting their removal.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Advertising and marketing, including promotional offers — Didn't receive advertised or promotional terms
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Synchrony Bank, d/b/a CareCredit Opened an account with this bank to pay for medical device. Company stated up front that I could borrow the entire amount of {$3100.00} at a promotional 0 % interest rate and repay in XXXX  months. I made all payments on time for XXXX  months. Then statement arrives indicating that XXXX  % interest rate has gone into effect, and interest has been charged on the entire initial principal borrowed, rather than the balance remaining. I repaid additional principal immediately, but will not pay any interest. 
In XX/XX/2014, shortly before Synchrony 's XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX debut, the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Department of Justice reached a {$220.00} XXXX settlement with the company after it entered into a consent decree with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The settlement stated that while operating as GE Capital Bank, the company had engaged in deceptive and discriminatory credit card practices, primarily surrounding nefarious enrollment practices for add-on programs such as financial hardship relief.

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 2025-09-10 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$7800.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

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 2025-09-10 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
RE : You Violated the United States Code Law 15 U.S.C. 1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ) FURNISHING reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer.

After pulling a copy of my Consumer credit report I noticed that your agency is in multiple violations and Im entitled to monetary compensation under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 - 15 U.S.C.

1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ) FURNISHING reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( Inquires ) - ( 1 ) In general A consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report relating to any consumer pursuant to subparagraph ( A ) or ( C ) of subsection ( a ) ( 3 ) in connection with any credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by the consumer only if ( A ) the consumer authorizes the agency to provide such report to such person or ( B ) ( i ) the transaction consists of a firm offer of credit or insurance.

( 3 ) INFORMATION regarding inquiries Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer.

Under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( b ) ( B ) in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater ( 2 ) such number of punitive damages as the court may allow.

I did not initiate any of these inquires furthermore if you feel like I did please send me copies of my written signature giving consent to this matter please. 
The items below should all be removed from my consumer report under 15 US Code 1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). 
XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - the inquiry was not authorized. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - the inquiry was not authorized. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - the inquiry was not authorized.

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 2025-09-10 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
The listed entries remain unverified and appear inaccurate. Despite numerous efforts to have these discrepancies properly addressed, no substantial action has been taken. I have submitted all necessary documentation and followed up multiple times, yet the errors continue to appear. This ongoing inaction has resulted in financial difficulties and has negatively impacted my overall well-being. The mental and emotional strain caused by these unresolved issues has been considerable. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to an accurate and fair credit report, which includes the removal of any incorrect or unverified information. I strongly urge you to take prompt action to investigate and correct these items, as continued failure to do so may constitute a violation of my rights under federal law.

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 2025-09-10 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY CONSISTENT, ON-TIME PAYMENT HISTORY. THIS NEGATIVE ENTRY IS A CLEAR MISTAKE THAT UNFAIRLY DAMAGES MY CREDIT PROFILE. THE ACCOUNT IN QUESTION WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD BE REPORTED ACCURATELY. UNDER THE TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ), 15 U.S. CODE 1666B, THIS CONSTITUTES A BILLING ERROR. I HAVE ATTACHED AN INVOICE STATING THIS AS A FEDERALLY PROTECTED CONSUMER RIGHT VIOLATION UNDER 15 U.S.C. 1666B. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT I WILL SEEK MONETARY DAMAGES IN SMALL CLAIMS COURT IN MY CITY/STATE IF THIS ERROR IS NOT CORRECTED. LATE FEES WILL ACCRUE AT {$1000.00} PER DAY FOR EACH DAY PAYMENT IS LATE. I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO CONDUCT A PROMPT INVESTIGATION INTO THIS MATTER AND UPDATE THE ACCOUNT TO REFLECT ITS CORRECT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the TransUnion credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/year> These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX,, as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

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 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
I contacted Transworld Systems Inc. ( TSI ) today regarding a debt with XXXX XXXX XXXX. However, when I contacted XXXX XXXX XXXX directly, I was informed that TSI has not sent them any of the payments I have made.

The last time I submitted a payment of {$75.00}, the payment was refunded. I requested that TSI return all of the money I have paid so I could resolve the debt directly, but I was told this was not possible and was instead asked to provide the name of the company I was working with. I do not believe this request is appropriate, as my payments were made directly to TSI and it is TSIs responsibility to return funds that were not applied to my account. 

Below is a record of the total amount owed back to me : {$70.00} - XX/XX/year> {$70.00} - XX/XX/year> {$70.00} - XX/XX/year> I am requesting that TSI refund these payments in full. Please confirm next steps to resolve this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation