vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Kikoff Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the collection account ( s ) listed under my name and to notify you that my personally identifiable information ( PII ) was used without my knowledge or authorization. I did not open, authorize, or agree to any debt with your collection company, nor with the original creditor you represent. 

I have reason to believe that my personal information was obtained through a data breach, and used fraudulently to open or associate this account in my name. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 605B [ 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ], I am exercising my right to request that any fraudulent information resulting from identity theft be blocked and removed from my credit file.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as my formal and final warning regarding your unlawful reinsertion of previously deleted account into my credit file, in clear and repeated violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ). 
I disputed these accounts on XX/XX/year> and they were rightfully removed by XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX. However, without providing the statutorily required notice and certifications, Equifax reinserted the same fraudulent data, violating the clear mandates of the FCRA. 
YOU HAVE BEEN SUED FOR THIS BEFORE. 
This isnt your first time, and unfortunately, I am not your only victim. Equifax has already faced multiple lawsuits across various jurisdictions for the same misconduct reinserting disputed and previously deleted accounts without notice, without certification from the furnisher, and without compliance with required reinvestigation procedures. 
Despite judicial rulings and consent decrees, you continue to repeat the same noncompliant, damaging actions against consumers including me. 
Your pattern of negligence, disregard, and willful misconduct is not only a blatant violation of federal law, but it also inflicts measurable emotional and financial harm on innocent consumers like myself. 
DEMAND FOR COMPLIANCE I hereby demand the immediate and permanent deletion of the above-mentioned fraudulent accounts. You are also required to issue written confirmation of this deletion within five ( 5 ) business days from the date of receipt of this letter.

If this matter is not resolved immediately and fully, I will be left with no choice but to pursue legal action for : - Willful violations of the FCRA - Emotional distress and reputational harm - Punitive damages as permitted under 15 U.S.C. 1681n XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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:
A collection account appearing on my credit report was not authorized by me and appears to be the result of identity misuse. I did not open this account, and I dispute its legitimacy entirely.

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 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: MS

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: National Credit Adjusters, LLC
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX RE : Request for Debt Validation under the FDCPA Account : {$850.00} Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX To Whom It May Concern : This letter is a formal request for validation of the debt you have reported under the name XXXX. XXXX, XXXX. I do not recall ever owing any debt to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Pursuant to the FDCPA, please send the following : Total amount of debt, including itemized charges. 
Verification of the original creditor.

A copy of the contract bearing my signature.

Proof of your authorization to collect in Michigan.

A complete transaction history.

Until you provide proper validation, you must stop all collection activity and remove this listing from all credit reporting agencies.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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:
On my credit report, I noticed a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>, which I did not authorize or apply for. I also discovered that my credit file includes an address I do not recognize or have any connection to : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX. 

I believe this may be the result of identity theft or a credit file mix-up, and I attempted to dispute the information through Experians online portal. I uploaded my government-issued ID, proof of address, and an FTC Identity Theft Report. However, the submission page failed to confirm receipt multiple times, and I received no confirmation or update.

I do not want to send physical documents by mail and need Experian to offer a secure, digital alternative for verifying my identity and resolving this dispute. I am requesting removal of the fraudulent inquiry and the unfamiliar address from my credit file.

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 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Midland Credit Management stated in writing that they would stop collection efforts and close the account. Despite this, they continue to report the account on my XXXX  credit report. I have disputed it multiple times, and they have failed to validate the debt or correct the reporting. This violates my rights under the FCRA and FDCPA. I am requesting this item be deleted and all inaccurate reporting be corrected immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this formal complaint against the credit reporting agencies for reporting multiple inaccurate addresses, accounts with incorrect or misleading statuses such as charge-offs and late payments, and unauthorized or unverified hard inquiries that have harmed my creditworthiness and financial standing. These errors are serious violations of my rights under federal law including the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and related consumer protection laws. I have never lived at or been associated with several of these addresses and the accounts and inquiries in question contain inaccurate or unverifiable information. Despite prior disputes, these items remain unresolved. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$66.00} Collection * * Law : FCRA 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) and FDCPA 807 ( 8 ) Issue : No documentation provided to validate the debt Story : I have not received any statement or verification proving the validity of this debt This collection account is harming my credit and must be removed immediately unless full proof is provided XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$700.00} Collection * * Law : FDCPA XXXX ( b ) and FCRA XXXX ( a ) Issue : Failure to validate debt and provide medical debt documentation Story : This medical collection is unknown to me and no communication or billing was received prior to reporting It must be deleted unless validated with all legal documentation I am requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take immediate action to investigate these serious violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act and ensure that the credit bureaus and furnishers involved correct or delete all inaccurate, unverifiable, and unauthorized information listed above. These errors have caused significant harm to my credit profile, financial stability, and overall well-being. I demand full compliance with federal law, proper reinvestigation under FCRA 611, and timely written confirmation of the actions taken. Failure to address these issues appropriately may result in further legal actions to protect my rights as a consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint due to the ongoing failure of Experian and XXXX XXXX to accurately report and correct information on my credit report, in clear violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 611 and 623, as well as Metro 2 reporting standards. 

I have disputed the XXXX XXXX account multiple times, submitting certified documentation including proof of payments, proof of identity, and proof of addressspecifically on XX/XX/year>, and XX/XX/year>. Disputes were also filed through Experians online dispute portal on XX/XX/scrub>XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 

Despite these efforts, Experian verified the inaccurate information without providing any supporting documentation or making necessary corrections. XXXX XXXX continues to report the account as a charge-off ( CO ) each month, including during months when payments were made. This is both misleading and inaccurate under FCRA and Metro 2 guidelines.

Given the repeated failure by both entities to conduct a reasonable investigation and provide a legally sufficient response, I formally requested the deletion of the account. However, neither Experian nor XXXX XXXX has complied with their statutory obligations. 

I respectfully request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take enforcement action to ensure both Experian and XXXX XXXX are held accountable and that the inaccurate account is permanently removed from my credit file.

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 2025-07-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am updating a late payment that is currently being reported on my credit report as " open '' or unresolved. This entry is inaccurate and misleading. I have either already resolved the payment, or I was never late as claimed. The continued reporting of this item as open and delinquent is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), particularly 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to maintain maximum possible accuracy of the information they report.

This misreporting has negatively impacted my credit score and may hinder my ability to obtain credit or employment. I am requesting an immediate investigation into this matter, as well as a correction or deletion of the inaccurate late payment record if it can not be verified.

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 2025-07-15 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:
I have no knowledge of these inquiries, and they seem to be unauthorized and possibly fraudulent. I request immediate action to resolve this matter. Please review the attached documents for further clarification.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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 am formally submitting a complaint regarding inaccurate and unauthorized items listed on my credit report. To date, I have not received adequate validation of the alleged debt, and I have reason to believe that the reported amount is incorrect. I am requesting a thorough investigation, and if the debt can not be verified with complete documentation and proof of ownership, I respectfully ask that it be removed from my credit file. 
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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 2025-07-15 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding inaccurate and unverifiable information being reported to Experian by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, and others. This includes failure to reinvestigate under FCRA 1681i, improper use of Metro 2 codes, and outdated account statuses. Please see attached audit, letters, and documentation.

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 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Funds not received from closed account
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Citibank closed my checking account shortly after I deposited a check for {$5900.00} from a customer for contracted construction work. The deposit was made on XX/XX/year>, and the account was closed on XX/XX/year>. 

They stated the account closure was due to this check and informed me that the entire balance would be held for 6090 days without providing any written explanation, specific reason, or legal basis for the extended hold. 

I requested a formal written explanation from Citi and have not received a response. I believe this action is unreasonable and potentially violates Regulation CC and consumer protection laws. I want Citi to release my funds immediately or provide a lawful reason for withholding them for such a long period.

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 2025-07-15 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:
In XXXX on XXXX, XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX, cybercriminals gained unauthorized access to my bank information systems and accessed and exfiltrated the Private information of myself ( name, date of birth, drivers license number, social security number, bank account number, and contact information ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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 was recently apply for a house in notice that this was reporting on my account

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Kriya Capital, LLC
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : This letter is regarding account # XXXX  which you claim I owe {$180.00} This is a formal notice that your claim is disputed. 
I am requesting validation, made pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act, along with the correspond- ing local state laws. Please note that I am requesting validation ; that is competent evidence bearing my signature, showing that I have ( or ever had ) some contractual obligation to pay you.

Please also be aware that any negative mark found on my credit reports ( including EXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  ) from your company or any company that you represent, for a debt that I dont owe, is a violation of the FCRA & FDCPA ; therefore if you can not validate the debt, you must request that all credit reporting agencies delete the entry. 
Pending the outcome of my investigation of any evidence that you submit, you are instructed to take no action that could be detrimental to any of my credit reports. 
Failure to respond within 30 days of receipt of this certified letter may result in small claims legal action against your company at my local venue.

I would be seeking a minimum of {$1000.00} in damages per violation for : Defamation Negligent Enablement of Identity Fraud Violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( including but not limited to Section XXXX ) Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( including but not limited to Section XXXX ) Please Note : This notice is an attempt to correct your records, and any information received from you will be collected as evidence should any further action be necessary. This is a request for information only, and is not a statement, election, or waiver of status.

My contact information is as follows : P.S. Please be aware that dependent upon your response, I may be detailing any potential issues with your company via an online public press release, including documentation of any potential small claims action. I am also including a copy of my complaint to the organizations below : CC : Consumer Financial Protection Bureau CC : Attorney Generals Office CC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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: RI

Complaint narrative:
I am extremely dissatisfied with the failure to comply with section FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), which mandates the removal of certain information within four days of receiving notice. Therefore, I demand a swift correction of the inaccurate data to maintain the integrity of my credit report. Please conduct a thorough review of these discrepancies and take immediate steps to rectify the disputed entries.

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 2025-07-15 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: MT

Complaint narrative:
I am writing for two ( 2 ) reasons : 1. To dispute certain information in my credit file ; and 2. To have you re-investigate and remove inaccurate information from my Credit Report and prevent its re-insertion. The item ( s ) I dispute are listed below and are inaccurate orincomplete. I am requesting that the item be investigatedto correct the information XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-15 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
Good day, I am writing to follow up on my previous letter where I requested the three credit bureaus to remove the remaining fraudulent items from my credit report. I am sending this letter to ensure that Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion credit bureaus will indeed remove the items listed below. Additionally, I would like to express my gratitude for removing some of the fraudulent items from my credit report. 
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Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation