vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the inaccurate information on my credit report, which has not been corrected despite my previous attempts to resolve these issues. The continued inaccuracy of my credit report is negatively impacting my credit score and overall financial health.

I am aware that TransUnion has been cited for illegal practices in the handling of credit reporting and consumer disputes, including failure to properly investigate disputes and reporting inaccurate or unverifiable information. I am concerned that my own credit report reflects these same illegal practices, as my disputes have not been resolved in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 
I have submitted previous disputes to address these errors, but they have not been corrected. Under the FCRA, you are required to conduct a reasonable investigation of all disputes and correct any inaccurate information. The continued presence of these errors on my credit report indicates a failure to comply with the law and has caused significant harm to my creditworthiness. 
I respectfully request that you : Immediately investigate these disputed items. As per the FCRA, you are obligated to conduct a full investigation and resolve any inaccuracies within 30 days. 
Provide a resolution or update. Please inform me of your findings and the actions taken regarding the disputed items. 
Remove any unverifiable or inaccurate information. If you are unable to verify the disputed information, I request that you promptly remove it from my credit report. 
Additionally, I request that you send me a written confirmation once these issues have been corrected, along with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the changes. 
I trust that you will address this matter in a timely and lawful manner. Thank you for your attention to this issue. I look forward to your prompt response.

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 2025-09-16 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
The bureau failed to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation after I disputed, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 4 )

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing the XXXX XXXX collection account. XXXX is reporting inconsistent balances and dates across credit bureaus, which is inaccurate and violates FCRA 607 ( b ). Additionally, no documentation proving assignment, ownership, or a valid chain of title has been provided.

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 2025-09-16 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: VA

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 : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$0.00} 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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: ALCHRO INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
This is a offical notification to cease and desist all collections of this alleged debt and I will not be paying any third party debt collector for a purchased debt. I am officially requesting the chain of title and all verifications or the alleged debt by mail only. Furthermore I would like all information about the debt purchase along with the purchase price of the debt in writing along with the original creditors purchase agreement. I am completely XXXX and have a small XXXX income which is protected and no other sources of income so my financial hardship should be taken into consideration which is easy enough for the company of First Federal incorporated to verify. Unless the company is taking legal action there is to be no more contact with the debtor or any family members. The constant phone calls are harassment and need to cease and desist immediately.

Company response to consumer: Untimely response
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
After multiple disputes, the bureau is still in violation of FCRA XXXX & XXXX, continuing to report unverifiable information despite clear legal obligations and case law precedents.

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 2025-09-16 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: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting the reinstatement of the following account that was improperly and unauthorizedly deleted from my credit file. I did not authorize the deletion of this account, and its removal has created an inaccurate and incomplete representation of my credit history. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumer reporting agencies are required to maintain accurate and complete credit files. The removal of this account without my consent constitutes an error that must be corrected.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this formal complaint against LVNV Funding for unlawful reporting of a negative item on my credit file in violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA

, 15 U.S.C. 1692 et seq. ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ).

This collection account is currently preventing me from securing a home for my family. The debt collector has : Failed to Provide Written Notice Under FDCPA 809 ( a ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( a ) ), a debt collector must provide written notice of the debt within five ( 5 ) days of the initial communication, including the amount of the debt and my right to dispute. I never received such notice. This omission is a direct violation of the FDCPA.

Failure to Validate the Debt Case law has established that merely placing a tradeline on a consumers credit report without proper validation constitutes deceptive collection activity. In Spears v. Brennan, 745 N.E.2d 862 ( Ind. Ct. App. 2001 ), the court ruled that reporting a debt to a credit bureau without first validating it violates the FDCPA.

Lack of Authorization / Permissible Purpose Under FCRA 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ), a consumer reporting agency may only furnish a credit report if there is a permissible purpose initiated by the consumer. I never authorized this debt collector to access or furnish information about me. Absent my consent or a legitimate business purpose, their reporting is unlawful. 


Identity Theft & Blocking Rights Under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), I have the right to demand a block of information resulting from alleged identity theft. Since I never authorized or entered into any agreement with this collector, their tradeline qualifies as unauthorized and must be blocked.

Deceptive and Abusive Collection Tactics The CFPB and FTC have identified debt parking ( placing debts on consumer credit reports without notice ) as an unlawful and abusive practice. This is exactly what has occurred in my case.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: SC

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 XXXX 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 XXXXXX/XX/year> These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer XXXX 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 XXXX 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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Problem with customer service
Company: MOHELA
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I had XXXX loans discharged via XXXX in XXXX of 2025. I had made unnecessary overpayments toward these while on an administrative forbearance in the amounts of {$450.00} and {$260.00} after I satisfied the PSLF payment requirements, meaning that I am due a refund of {$710.00} for these payments. The XXXX amounts are indeed shown as a negative balance on Mohela 's website under these XXXX loans. 

I have made several attempts to contact Mohela since XXXX of this year. Regrettably, their phone menu does not have an option to request this refund payment, nor does it allow transfer to a customer service agent to discuss the issue. Their web form appears to accept this customer service request (??? ), but, ironically, requests that I call them. I also sent a postal letter and XXXX faxes, and lodged a complaint with XXXX XXXX XXXX I have received replies to none of these efforts.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
The contrast between my consistent on-time payments for this account and the distress caused by the inaccurate late payment entry is stark. Maintaining punctuality has been my unwavering commitment, and this inconsistency is weighing heavily on my mental well-being, disrupting my sleep and peace of mind. With utmost respect, I urgently request the immediate correction of my account, stressing the urgency of this matter.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Auto debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing fraudulent accounts that have appeared on my credit report without my authorization or involvement. These accounts are entirely false and represent a serious inaccuracy that must be addressed. Their reporting has created a harmful misrepresentation of my financial behavior, which is unacceptable and damaging.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: Meridian Financial Services, Inc.
State: KY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint regarding an issue with a debt in collections. My timeshare account with XXXX XXXX XXXX has been sent to collections with Meridian Financial. The contract number on the collection notice matches ours, and we dispute the debt. 

However, the notice is addressed to the incorrect name. I have tried to resolve this with both XXXX XXXX XXXX and Meridian Financial, but neither has done anything to fix the issue.

I believe this is a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). My ability to effectively exercise my rights under the law is hindered due to this clerical error.

The FDCPA requires debt collectors to use correct and accurate information when attempting to collect a debt. By failing to correct the name on the account, Meridian Financial is not providing me with accurate information, which prevents me from properly addressing this matter. 

I am requesting that the CFPB investigate this matter and compel both XXXX XXXX XXXX and Meridian Financial to correct this error so I can formally dispute the debt under the correct name.

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 2025-09-16 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
The reported late payments and charge-off accounts are inaccurate, incomplete, and unverifiable. The furnishers have failed to provide original, documented proof that these alleged delinquencies occurred. Without legally required validation, continued reporting of this negative information is a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). Reporting unverifiable derogatory information damages my credit standing and reflects negligent and unlawful reporting practices.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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:
This inquiry is not mine, and it's clearly fraudulent. I have no knowledge of these inquiries and request immediate action to address them. Please see the attached documents for reference.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing this complaint with absolute certainty and deep frustration, as there are numerous errors on my credit report that I can no longer ignore. These inaccuracies have been negatively impacting my life and my credit score, preventing me from achieving financial freedom and stability.

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 2025-09-16 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 submitting this complaint regarding Equifax Information Services, LLC.

I have repeatedly disputed an account that is being reported inaccurately on my Equifax credit report. Despite my multiple disputes, Equifax has failed to remove or correct this account and has not conducted a proper investigation as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

Details of the Issue : The account in question has already been removed by XXXX XXXX XXXX after proper investigation. 

Only Equifax continues to report this account negatively. 

I have disputed the account with Equifax multiple times, providing supporting documentation and explanations. 

Equifax has responded by verifying the account without conducting a reasonable investigation, despite the fact that the other nationwide credit reporting agencies have removed it from my credit file. 

Why This Is a Violation : Under the FCRA, Equifax is required to conduct a reasonable investigation of disputed information. 

Equifaxs failure to remove or correct this account, even after confirmation from XXXX XXXX XXXX that the account should not be reported, demonstrates that Equifax has not fulfilled its legal obligations.

This inaccurate reporting is causing me harm by negatively impacting my credit score and financial opportunities.

Requested Resolution : I am requesting that the CFPB require Equifax to : Conduct a full and proper reinvestigation of this disputed account. 

Remove the inaccurate account from my credit report immediately. 

Provide me with written confirmation of the deletion. 

I respectfully request your assistance in ensuring that Equifax complies with the FCRA and treats this matter with the seriousness it deserves. 

Attachments ( if applicable ) : Copies of dispute letters sent to Equifax Equifax responses Documentation showing XXXX XXXX XXXX have deleted the account Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Nelson Cruz & Associates LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In compliance to 15 U.S. Code 1692e ( 6 ) Debt collectors are legally obligated to adhere to 15 U.S. Code 1692e ( 6 ), which forbids them from providing false information or insinuating inaccuracies about the nature, amount, or legal standing of a debt. It is against the law to make deceptive statements or misrepresentations concerning the debt being pursued for collection.

Company response to consumer: Untimely response
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

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