vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I don't recognize the following inquires, XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX. I asked Experian to remove them and the credit Bureaus did not do what I asked. Attached below i provided a Identity theft report. I'm requesting the iniquires to be removed because they are inaccurate and are not mine.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with 16 C.F.R. 660.2 ( a ), it is essential that my credit report contains accurate information. I kindly request that you perform a comprehensive investigation and remove the inquiries from my credit report as necessary. I have attached supporting documents for your consideration.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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:
Im not aware of such inquiries, therefore this one appears to be illegal and a fraud. As soon as possible, please fix this problem. Thank you

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — General-purpose prepaid card
Issue: Trouble using the card — Trouble using the card to spend money in a store or online
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: RI

Complaint narrative:
I have an American Express gift card that I am unable to use instore or online ( where American Express is accepted ). I have contacted American Express twice to confirm that the card is active and has an available balance of {$100.00}. When I asked how I am to use the gift card, they instructed me to ask the merchant how to use the gift card, the merchant directed me back to American Express. I would like a refund in the form of a check since this card is not able to be used at any merchants as intended. Thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I was shocked to discover an unauthorized inquiry on my credit report today, and I dont understand why its there. I always monitor my credit report, yet this time, an unfamiliar entry appeared out of nowhere. I even refreshed my browser multiple times, but the issue persisted. This is completely unacceptable, and I need it addressed without delay. I am requesting a thorough review of my submitted documents to ensure this never happens again.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of 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 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Company closed your account
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
My account was closed and they flagged me for fraud and took the money

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
the company has account in transfer status but I dont recognize the accounts at all.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
the company has account in transfer status but I dont recognize the accounts at all.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
To do what is fair to me as a consumer, delete and update my credit report as they are reporting inaccurate information that I have made them aware of but still keep reporting! This has caused me multiple denials and mental anguish that I can't even stand. I will not tolerate this anymore and will seek litigation if this is not handled!

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, Engelhardt V. Gravens ( mo ) 281 SW 715.719. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Other banking product or service
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: TD BANK US HOLDING COMPANY
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
CFPB Complaint Draft Request for Required Documentation I am formally requesting copies of the Held Harmless Agreement and Indemnity Agreement associated with a {$35000.00} insurance check issued by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and deposited at TD Bank in XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>. 

The check listed my name and was related to a court-ordered property repair. According to Florida Statute 627.4265 and federal banking regulations under 12 CFR 9.8 ( OCC Record Retention ), any indemnity or hold-harmless documentation tied to a reissued or recalled payment must be retained and provided to all parties of interestespecially when financial liability may extend to the payee.

Despite my direct involvement, I was never provided these critical legal documents. These omissions have exposed me to potential IRS penalties and future liability regarding a transaction I was not fully informed about. TD Bank has deleted the trust account involved, and XXXX has not supplied the required indemnity documentation even upon prior informal requests. 

I am requesting immediate copies of the following : 1. Held Harmless Agreement issued in connection with the {$35000.00}.

2. Indemnity Agreement tied to the reissuance or return of the check.

3. Any internal or third-party documentation explaining the recall, reversal, or administrative closure of the related account. 

This request is made under both Florida and federal consumer protection laws and banking retention standards. Please confirm receipt and ensure all documents are forwarded without further delay. Cleared check is attached.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft, upon reviewing my credit report from your company I saw that theres multiple fraudulent accounts that I dont recognize and didnt authorize to have open.The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, does not relate to any transactions that I have made. It is the result of identity theft. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and send the required notifications to all furnishers of this information.

Enclosed are the following : A copy of my Identity Theft Reports and proof of my identity.

A copy of section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, which requires you to block the fraudulent information on my credit report resulting from identity theft within four business days and to promptly notify the furnishers of that information. 
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter, and await your reply. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
There were several inaccurate personal information in my credit report. I am having difficulties in getting them removed. It might be caused by fraud or error on credit 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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: Nelnet, Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
the company has account in transfer status but I dont recognize the accounts at all.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: AR

Complaint narrative:
PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED I respectfully request the elimination of these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I never authorized their inclusion. It is crucial that you promptly remove this misleading information from my records.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed :

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, Engelhardt V. Gravens ( MO ) 281 SW 715.719. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
The glaring absence of concrete evidence to support its reliability, combined with the dissemination of unverified information, represents a clear violation of the statutory requirements outlined in 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ). This lack of compliance is not only troubling but also deeply frustrating, given the critical importance of adhering to legal obligations. 

Therefore, I strongly advocate for the immediate removal of this account in accordance with the specified regulations, unless verifiable evidence is promptly provided to establish its authenticity. Any delay in addressing this issue exacerbates the frustration caused by the apparent disregard for regulatory protocols and the legal standards that ensure fairness and accuracy.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

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

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: T.S. Holdings
State: NE

Complaint narrative:
I received notification of this debt via phone calls. On XX/XX/2025 I sent the company, I.Q. Data International a letter asking them to validate the debt including providing me an itemized list of how the reported debt was accrued. I did not receive a response to my letter and sent a second one on XXXX again did not receive a response to my request and today I will send a third letter asking them to cease all collection activity, remove this debt from the XXXX main credit reporting agencies and to not sell the debt. I am also filing this complain.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: Steel Lending Group LLC
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
This company ran my credit in XXXX WITHOUT my contest or knowledge. I had no knowledge of them running my report at the time. They also had NO permission to do so.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Closing your account — Can't close your account
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX my social security number was used to open a line of credit with Comenity CapitolXXXX XXXX They used my SSN, but a different name/address/phone. I was notified on XX/XX/year> from XXXX XXXX that there had been potential identity theft with my SSN and confirmed on Tuesday, XX/XX/year> that Comenity CapitolXXXX approved/opened an account with my SSN. Comenity CapitolXXXX was XXXX to provide me with any information/flag the account as fraudulent and I haven't seen a new credit line open on any of my credit reports. XXXX  Months later and Comenity continues to not cooperate with XXXX XXXX ( who is working this on my behalf ) and will not shut down the account that was opened with them falsely with my Social Security number that has been stolen.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: FORD MOTOR CREDIT CO.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
they never responded with information nor deleted/updated the accounts.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TOYOTA MOTOR CREDIT CORPORATION
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX has been paid off they actually charged me more than what was supposed to be paid. They garnished my wages {$3500.00} and is still showing that I owe {$640.00} and is charged off at that. And everything is paid in full. This report is affecting my livelihood.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-01 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed : XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation