vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
After reviewing my recent credit report, I was shocked to discover several accounts that I did not open or authorize. These unauthorized accounts are clear evidence of identity theft and are causing serious complications, particularly as I am in the process of purchasing a new vehicle for my family. I urgently request that these fraudulent accounts be removed from my credit report immediately to prevent further damage.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
This is my second complaint to your office as the XXXX one was closed and not resolved. The reporting agency sent an email to you indicating they provided me with proof of the debt and a validation which was a false statement. They provided a copy of a bill and did not validate he actual debt. I have asked several time in several communications for them to provide me with an application or contract bearing my signature and they have failed to do so and re continuing to report negatively against my credit. 
XXXX Portfolio is reporting {$4100.00} ( however, the amount keeps increasing ) Unknown account. 
I have mailed an debt validation letter XXXX separate times, with no verification provided. 
I have mailed them an official dispute and there response was to send me a letter asking me to provide them with even more of my personal information. 
I have emailed a final letter today demanding the removal from my credit reporting. 
Dear Portfolio Recovery Associates, This letter is in response to the Identity Theft Form you mailed to me on XX/XX/year>. 
Please be advised that I am under no legal obligation to provide my personal identifying information, such as my Social Security number or driver 's license, in order to dispute a debt that I do not acknowledge. I have made several requests for you to furnish verifiable proof that this alleged debt is minespecifically, a copy of any signed contract or agreement bearing my signature. To date, you have failed to provide the requested documentation. 
Without such proof, you are not in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and are continuing to report inaccurate information to the credit bureaus. I am in good standing with all known creditors and maintain a XXXX XXXX positive payment history on my credit report. 
Since you have not validated this debt and have not demonstrated any legal authority to continue collection efforts or report this item, I am formally demanding that you cease all collection activity and immediately remove this account from all credit reporting agencies. 
Failure to comply will leave me no choice but to escalate this matter by filing a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of XXXX. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that XXXX. 

ACCOUNTS : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$230.00} XXXX  - XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX - {$12000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - XX/XX/XXXX - {$1800.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$5200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$650.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/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 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to you regarding a violation of my privacy and confidentiality rights, protected under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) ). Pursuant to 18 USC 8, I have identified the following accounts that have breached these legal provisions : Under 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( 2 ), a consumer reporting agency may only provide a consumers credit report with the consumers explicit written authorization. The following accounts have accessed or reported on my credit profile without my consent, which constitutes a clear violation of this provision : XXXX  XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX  Account # : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX. Reporting of Obsolete Information Violation of 15 USC 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ) Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ), no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes, which antedates the report by more than seven years. 

3. Right to Privacy Section 602 ( A ) of the FCRA The FCRA, under Section 602 ( A ), clearly states that the consumer has a right to privacy with respect to the disclosure of their personal information. Any release or reporting of information without legal cause or consumer consent violates this right and must be addressed accordingly.

4. Inaccurate or Unverified Information 15 USC 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) Furthermore, under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), no person shall furnish information to a consumer reporting agency if that person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate. According to 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( B ), once notified of such inaccuracy by the consumer, the furnisher has an obligation to either correct or remove the inaccurate data. 

I hereby notify you that the information associated with the above referenced accounts is inaccurate, obsolete, or both.

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 2025-06-06 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:
This letter is a formal demand under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 1681i ( a ) ( 6 ) ( B ) ( iii ), for the method of verification used in marking the accounts listed below as 'verified ' after my previous dispute. These accounts were disputed based on inaccurate reporting, inclusion of business-related accounts on my personal credit file, and failure to provide documentary evidence. Despite this, Experian responded that all accounts were verified without providing a single supporting reco...

If Experian relied exclusively on the e-OSCAR automated system to communicate with furnisherswithout obtaining or reviewing original documents from those furnishersthen such a practice does not constitute a reasonable reinvestigation under FCRA 1681i ( a ) and 1681e ( b ). You are obligated to ensure maximum possible accuracy and to conduct a good-faith, non-automated reinvestigation when factual disputes are raised by consumers. 

I demand verification details for the following accounts : XXXX XXXX Account ending in XXXX XXXX XXXX Account ending in XXXX XXXX  XXXX Account ending in XXXX XXXX  XXXX Account ending in XXXX XXXX  Account ending in XXXX XXXX  Account ending in XXXX XXXX  XXXX Account ending in XXXX XXXX  Account ending in XXXX XXXX  Account ending in XXXX For each account, please provide the following : The specific method used to verify the account. 
Whether the verification was performed using the e-OSCAR system. 
The name and contact information of the furnisher. 
A copy of the documents provided by the furnisher to verify the item. 
The date the furnisher responded and what documentation was supplied. 
If you can not provide the documentation used to verify the disputed information, you must delete the accounts from my credit file in compliance with FCRA 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ).

You are required by law to respond to this request within 15 business days. If no response or an inadequate response is provided, I will file complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and the Texas Attorney General. I also reserve my right to pursue legal remedies under FCRA 616 and 617 for damages caused by negligent or willful noncompliance.

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 2025-06-06 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting the permanent removal of the fraudulent hard inquiries listed on my credit report. These inquiries were not authorized by me and were made without my knowledge or consent, which is a violation of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

Please see the attached document for supporting details. I expect immediate action to delete these unauthorized inquiries from my credit profile to prevent any further damage to my credit standing. Failure to act on this matter promptly may result in further escalation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I noticed when I looked at my credit monitoring app that i had unauthorized inquiries on my credit report. 
Both XXXX reported on XX/XX/XXXX and XXXX reported on XX/XX/XXXX were not authorized by me. Once I noticed the inaccuracies on XX/XX/XXXX I started the dispute process. l would like to have both of them removed immediately!

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 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Indicated you were committing crime by not paying debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Midland credit management {$960.00} account is reporting as open and active as of XX/XX/year> when the account was disputed and verification was required they updated the account as if this account was just opened. 

once the account was disputed it returned as verified, I have disputed countless times and they refusing to supply proof of contract with MIDLAND CREDIT, I asked for proof with wet signature and months later I am receiving calls from MIDLAND I ask to stop the calls and they have continued over and over. 



account # XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
Due to being a victim of a recent data breach, unauthorized accounts have appeared on my credit report. Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ( a ) ), I request immediate blocking and deletion within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/2023, Balance : {$1400.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/2023

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 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
These entries remain unverified and questionable. Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
These accounts were created without my knowledge or consent, and I should not be accountable for them. I urge you to take swift steps to correct this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I respectfully request that you block and remove the unauthorized accounts from my credit report without delay. I did not open or authorize these accounts and have no knowledge of their origins. Under USC 1681g, I formally request their removal within 15 days. Please find the enclosed documents for review. It is also important to address the inaccurate and conflicting account information currently reported to each credit bureau.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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 2025-06-06 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute certain negative entries currently listed on my credit report. Despite multiple requests and the submission of all necessary supporting documents, these inaccuracies have not been properly addressed. My repeated follow-ups have been met with little to no action, and the continued presence of these errors has caused significant financial and emotional stress. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the legal right to an accurate and verifiable credit report. I am requesting that you take immediate and thorough steps to investigate and correct these items. Failure to resolve them in a timely manner would 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 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I have encountered difficulties accessing my Equifax Information Services account and was instructed to send identification documents for verification. Despite providing clear and legible documentation, I am still unable to access my account. This is why I escalated the matter through the CFPB.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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 account in question was opened without my permission, knowledge, or authorization. I have never signed any agreement or given any form of 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 2025-06-06 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:
XXXX XXXX {$5200.00} # XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$7700.00} # XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$2100.00} XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$3600.00} XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$4500.00} XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$4200.00} # XXXX, XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX {$2000.00} XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$4200.00} # XXXX, XXXX XXXX {$4800.00} # XXXX Family member opened these accounts without my consent. I found out now after he passed away.

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 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I discovered that a credit card account was opened in my name with JPMCB Bank without my knowledge or consent. I never applied for this account, nor did I authorize anyone to do so on my behalf. The account was opened using my personal identifying information, including my name and address. 

I have no knowledge of how my personal information was obtained or used. I believe I am a victim of identity theft. 

Account : JPMCB CARD XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Opened : XX/XX/year> Balance : {$100000.00} I have already filed an identity theft report with the FTC ( Report Number : XXXX ) and also filed a police report. I have contacted all three major credit bureaus ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) and added fraud alerts and a credit freeze to my files.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-06 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY ACCOUNT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY TRUE PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE CONSISTENTLY MADE MY PAYMENTS ON TIME, AND THIS ENTRY IS A MISTAKE THAT UNFAIRLY IMPACTS MY CREDIT PROFILE. THIS ACCOUNT WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD NOT BE REPORTED NEGATIVELY. I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO INVESTIGATE THIS ERROR AND UPDATE MY ACCOUNT ACCORDINGLY WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation