vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: LEXISNEXIS
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I would like to request the removal of the security freeze on my credit report to allow authorized financial institutions to access my credit history. This is necessary for the processing of my loan application, which requires a review of my creditworthiness and financial standing. Please proceed with lifting the freeze as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and timely evaluation of my application.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint regarding a collection account being reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX on my credit reports. The account is listed as originating from XXXX XXXX with a balance of {$1300.00} and an open date of XX/XX/year>. XXXX XXXX is reporting this account in multiple formats including : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX This fragmented and duplicative reporting creates confusion and artificially inflates the number of derogatory accounts on my credit file. In addition, I have disputed this account with all three major credit bureaus ( Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion ). Despite these disputes, no documentation or validation has been provided by XXXX XXXX XXXX, which is required under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g. Furthermore, the reported dates and status appear to be inaccurate and possibly re-aged, which violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C.

1681c. The account is marked as a charge-off but contains no payment history, and the last activity dates do not align with any verified transactions from the original creditor. I never received proper notice or validation of the debt. I also have no contract or agreement with XXXX XXXX XXXX. They have failed to prove ownership or authorization to report this debt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Army and Air Force Exchange Service

Complaint narrative:
XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Status : {$25000.00} past due as of XX/XX/XXXX Opened : XX/XX/XXXX | Last Payment : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX. MILITARY STAR Account Number : XXXX Status : {$11000.00} past due as of XX/XX/XXXX | Written off {$5100.00} Opened : XX/XX/XXXX | Last Payment : XX/XX/XXXX 2018

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 2025-07-24 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Fraudulent inquiry on mycreditreport : XXXX. XX/XX/2024

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 2025-07-24 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of Data Breach. Please, block and delete the account within 4 business days as required by FCRA 605B15 U.S.C. 1681c2. 15 USC 1681b, I request this account be removed, I have no know knowledge. Please find ftc report attached. 
XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IL XXXX { Last 4 SSN XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX } XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Urgent Dispute of Fraudulent Accounts Due to Data Breach Identity Theft Report # XXXX Dear XXXX Dispute Resolution Team, I am writing to urgently dispute multiple fraudulent accounts that have been opened in my name and linked to my Social Security number as a result of the XXXX data breach. I have included a copy of my Identity Theft Report # XXXX ) for your reference. As a victim of this breach, I have identified unauthorized accounts that I did not open or authorize. 
The details of the fraudulent account are as follows : ACCOUNT. OPEN DATE XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  In accordance with 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ), I demand that this account be blocked and removed from my credit report within four ( 4 ) business days of your receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond adequately, I may pursue a small claims action against your agency, seeking damages of {$1000.00} per violation under 15 U.S.C. 1692k for the following reasons : Defamation of Character Negligent Enhancement of Identity Fraud Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act Violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681o Violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( b ) ( Failure to comply with 15 U.S. Code 1692 ( g ) Violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ) Violations under 15 U.S. Code 1681c Violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681a ( 4 ) ( Right to privacy ) Under 15 U.S.C. 1681 ii ( 7 ) ( Method of verification ) Thank you for your urgent attention to this critical matter. 
Sincerely, 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
Recently | looked at a copy of my credit report and noticed several inaccuracies on my account. This account is hurting my ability to obtain credit. It is my understanding that you will investigate these items for me to ensure accuracy Here is the item I am asking you to verify as accurate XXXX account ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  )

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This complaint is not being submitted in error. My credit report contains inaccurate information that clearly fails to meet the legally required standard of maximum possible accuracy. These errors are causing serious and ongoing harm to my financial stability and overall well-being. 
This is an unacceptable burden, especially during an already difficult time.

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 2025-07-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This complaint is not being submitted in error. My credit report contains inaccurate information that clearly fails to meet the legally required standard of maximum possible accuracy. These errors are causing serious and ongoing harm to my financial stability and overall well-being. 
This is an unacceptable burden, especially during an already difficult time.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: AR

Complaint narrative:
Hello, I am writing to delete the following information on my credit report. The following items are listed in the report. I am a victim of identity theft. The charges made on the account were not mine. The items need to be deleted as they are inaccurate items on my credit report. The theft of my identity was reported to the federal Trade Commission. Also, I have an enclosed copy of the Federal Trade Commission id-entity theft affidavit. Please find it in your best interest to delete the items. 


I would like to emphasize the following legal obligations under the FCRA : Under 1681b, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only under specific circumstances, including " In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue such an order, or a subpoena issued in connection with proceedings before a Federal grand jury. '' This provision strictly limits when my consumer report can be furnished, and I do not believe any of these circumstances apply in this case.

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), credit bureaus must conduct a " reasonable reinvestigation '' upon receiving notice of a consumer dispute. I am formally notifying you of this dispute, and I expect a thorough and reasonable reinvestigation of all items I've identified.

15 U.S. Code 1681b outlines the permissible purposes of consumer reports, including conditions for furnishing and using consumer reports for employment purposes. I do not believe any of these permissible purposes apply to the disputed items on my report. 


15 U.S. Code $ 1681c-2 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, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

15 U.S. Code 1681 Section B ( i ) - Requirements relating to reinsertion of previously deleted material - If a consumer reporting agency removes information from someone's credit file based on the requirements in the preceding section ( A ), the agency can not re-add or reinsert that previously deleted information back into the person 's file unless the entity that originally provided that information certifies that it is complete and accurate.

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 2025-07-24 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint because the consumer reporting agency has failed to comply with its legal obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which requires the agency to provide a detailed description of the reinvestigation procedures used to verify disputed information upon a consumers request. I formally requested this information, including the name and contact information of the furnisher, the identity of the individual the agency communicated with, and the documentation relied upon to verify the accuracy of the disputed account. However, the agency failed to respond within the 15-day period required by law. This failure to provide the requested details constitutes a violation of my rights under the FCRA.

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 2025-07-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: SC

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: OR

Complaint narrative:
Experian continues to report a XXXX XXXX auto loan tradeline with knowingly false and misleading payment history, despite a documented CFPB complaint, FCRA disputes, and XXXX XXXX own contradictory statements. The company reported the account as charged-off, manipulated the payment history to make it appear as though recent payments were madeeven though the loan was closed long agoand continues to display derogatory notations without proper validation. 

XXXX XXXX recently responded to my CFPB complaint ( ID : XXXX ), admitting the account was charged off, claiming to have validated the debt, and bizarrely offering to mail a cashiers check for the refund of overpaid funds. This is despite them having never updated Experian with corrected tradeline data or explained the altered reporting structure. The same account continues to be reported with payment activity that did not occur, in violation of FCRA accuracy standards. 

Experian was formally asked to investigate this account, provide validation, and correct or remove the tradeline. They failed to provide documentation, failed to properly investigate, and continue to report erroneous data, despite my clear and repeated disputes. At this point, Experian is knowingly participating in the false reporting of a disputed tradeline, creating consumer harm, and failing to follow federal compliance procedures.

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 2025-07-24 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because the credit bureau has continued to report fraudulent accounts resulting from identity theft, despite my formal disputes and submission of supporting documentation ( including an FTC Identity Theft Report ). More seriously, the bureau has reinserted previously deleted fraudulent accounts without the proper certification from furnishers and without providing the required consumer notice, in direct violation of FCRA 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ).

This misconduct is not an isolated incident. In fact, credit bureaus were sued late last year for the exact same unlawful practice, demonstrating a broader pattern of disregard for the Fair Credit Reporting Act and consumers ' rights.The bureau has failed to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation under FCRA 611 ( a ) / 15 U.S.C. 1681i, has not provided written verification or original documentation proving the legitimacy of the accounts, and continues to report unverifiable negative information, harming my credit and causing ongoing distress. 


XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: Credit Control, LLC
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because Credit Control , LLC, on behalf of XXXX XXXX XXXX, is reporting a debt to the credit bureaus without first validating it, in violation of my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

On or about XX/XX/year>, I received a collection notice from Credit Control , LLC, regarding a debt allegedly owed to XXXX XXXX XXXX, originally from XXXX XXXX XXXX ( account ending in XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ). The letter offers settlement options and instructs me to respond by XX/XX/year>XXXX 

However, this debt is now reporting on my credit report without having been properly validated. I have not received any documentation showing the chain of title, signed agreement, or proof that this debt is even mine. Reporting this debt without first providing proper validation is a violation of 15 U.S.C. 1692g.

Additionally, I am requesting that this entry be removed from my credit report immediately until proper validation is completed.

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 2025-07-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: LJ Ross Associates
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/scrub>/2025 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MI. XXXX L J Ross Associates IN XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MI. XXXX RE : XXXX To Whom It May Concern : Be advised this is not a refusal to pay, but a notice that your claim is disputed, and validation is requested. Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I have the right to request validation of the debt you say I owe you. I am requesting proof that I am indeed the party you are asking to pay this debt you say I owe you.

This is NOT a request for " verification '' or proof of my mailing address, but a request for VALIDATION made pursuant to 15 USC 1692g Sec 809 ( b ) of the FDCPA. I respectfully request that your offices provide me with competent evidence that I have any legal obligation to pay you.

At this time, I also inform you that if your offices have or continue to report invalidated information to any of the three major credit bureaus ( XXXXXXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX ), this action might constitute fraud under both federal and state laws. Due to this fact, if any negative marks are found or continues to report on any of my credit reports by your company of the company you represent, I will not hesitate in bringing legal action against you and your client for the following : Violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and Defamation of Character. 

I am sure your legal staff will agree that non-compliance with this request could put your company in serious legal trouble with FTC and other state of federal agencies. 

If your offices are able to provide the proper documentation as requested in the following declaration, I will require 30 days to investigate this information and during such time all collection activity must cease and desist. Also, during this validation period, if any action is taken which could be considered detrimental to any of my credit reports, I will consult with legal counsel for suit. This includes any listing of any information to credit-reporting repository that could be inaccurate or invalidated. If your offices fail to respond to this validation request within 30 days from the date of your receipt, all references to this account must be deleted and completely removed from my credit file and copy of such deletion request shall be sent to me immediately. 

Thank you,

Company public response: Company disputes the facts presented in the complaint
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
Recently I did an investigation on my credit report and found several items on there to be inaccurate Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of report whenever a consumer reporting agency prepare a consumer report, it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph (! ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall-i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information. as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer.

Please remove the following items from my credit report, immediately : XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-24 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
Recently I did an investigation on my credit report and found several items on there to be inaccurate Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of report whenever a consumer reporting agency prepare a consumer report, it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph (! ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall-i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information. as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer.

Please remove the following items from my credit report, immediately : 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 explanation