vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Card was charged for something you did not purchase with the card
Company: Prosper Marketplace, Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Complaint Against Prosper Marketplace , Inc. - Failure to Provide Required Evidence for Unauthorized Transactions Dispute

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 2025-08-11 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed Experian, Equifax and Transunion regarding multiple accounts that are inaccurate. As of today, I have not received any responses or proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non-compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports are badly hurting my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

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 2025-08-11 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed Experian, Equifax and Transunion regarding multiple accounts that are inaccurate. As of today, I have not received any responses or proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non-compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports are badly hurting my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

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 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CAINE & WEINER COMPANY, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the collection account that Caine Weiner is reporting to the credit bureaus regarding an alleged debt. Upon recently reviewing my credit reports for the intention of purchasing a home, I was shocked to find this collection listed. I have no knowledge or record of ever holding an account with this company, nor have I received any prior communication from your officeincluding but not limited to a phone call, text message, email, or the XXXX notice required by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). This lack of notification raises serious concerns regarding the legitimacy, accuracy, and ownership of this alleged debt. This erroneous reporting has caused me significant harm, including difficulty obtaining credit and jeopardizing my pending home loan application. Given that I have not received any required notice or verification as outlined under 15 U.S.C. 1692g, this collection account appears to be in violation of federal law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring attention to a concerning matter concerning my credit file. I have observed the presence of a collection entry from your agency, which has caught my attention as I was not previously informed about this collection. Furthermore, I hold serious doubts about the accuracy of the debt being claimed. As per the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, I have the right to request validation of the debt. Thus, I kindly request that you provide me with the required validation and take appropriate actions to address this issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Billing problem
Company: Exeter Finance, LLC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/, I financed a XXXX XXXX XXXX  through Exeter Finance for {$25000.00} at 18.16 % APR. At the time, I relied on the dealerships and lenders representations and did not have the full, clear information needed to make an informed decision. The key terms, costs, and long-term impact of the loan were not explained in a way I could fully understand, and I was pressured to move forward quickly. 
Since then, I have made over {$24000.00} in payments, yet my principal balance is still over {$15000.00}. The majority of my payments have gone toward interest and fees instead of reducing the principal. I contacted Exeter to dispute the inflated balance and requested a fair settlement or loan adjustment, but they refused, stating the balance is per contract. I believe these practices are unfair and predatory, and I am seeking CFPB assistance for a fair resolution.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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:
Victim of identity theft XXXX credit card date XX/XX/year> Account number XXXX. AMOUNT {$1800.00}

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 2025-08-11 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: PNC Bank N.A.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
Victim of identity theft XXXX credit card date XX/XX/year> Account number XXXX. AMOUNT {$1800.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY CONSISTENT PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE MAINTAINED A RECORD OF TIMELY PAYMENTS, AND THIS NEGATIVE ENTRY IS CLEARLY A MISTAKE THAT UNJUSTLY HARMS MY CREDIT PROFILE. THIS ACCOUNT WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD BE REPORTED ACCURATELY. UNDER THE TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ), 15 U.S. CODE 1666 ( B ), THIS IS CONSIDERED A BILLING ERROR, AND I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO CONDUCT A PROMPT INVESTIGATION INTO THIS DISCREPANCY AND UPDATE THE ACCOUNT TO REFLECT ITS CORRECT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

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 2025-08-11 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: 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
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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: 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — International money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc

Complaint narrative:
Complaint Title : Withholding of Earned Funds and Account Closure Hyper wallet/ PayPal Complaint Summary : I earned {$240.00} USD from my published XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, with payment processing handled by Hyper wallet ( a PayPal company ). 

Key Facts : Payment Date : XX/XX/2025 Amount : {$240.00} USD Method : XXXX XXXX Number : XXXX Purpose : Commission Sender : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, NC, XXXX, XXXX The payment was rejected by XXXX in my location ( XXXX ) due to local restrictions on receiving corporate funds. 

On XX/XX/XXXX, I contacted Hyper wallet, was told to call by phone, and then received an email on XX/XX/XXXX requesting my ID. I submitted my ID the same day, but my Hyper wallet account was closed immediately after, without explanation. 

On XX/XX/XXXX, PayPal Merchant Technical Support contacted me but has not provided any clear resolution, despite multiple follow-up emails. 

Importantly, Hyper wallet offers a direct bank transfer payout option to XXXX, which I confirmed is an acceptable and accessible method in my country after checking with local banks. However, this alternative was never offered to me despite the known restrictions on XXXX corporate transfers in my location. 

Why This is a Complaint : Legitimate earnings are being withheld without justification. 

Account closure occurred directly after ID verification. 

No alternative payout method was offered despite the company providing bank transfers to XXXX, which are accepted locally. 

Resolution Requested : Immediate account reinstatement, and Payment of the {$240.00} USD via direct bank transfer..

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: PNC Bank N.A.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
am paid via direct deposit on the XXXX and XXXX of each month. It is now XX/XX/XXXX, and my paycheck from XX/XX/XXXX has still not posted to my PNC account. 

My employer confirmed that the deposit was processed correctly and sent on time. The funds have already cleared from their account. I have not made any changes to my direct deposit information, and my account and routing numbers are correct. 

PNC claims they have not received the deposit, but my employer has provided confirmation that it was sent. I have contacted both my employer and PNC multiple times, but PNC has not provided a resolution or a clear explanation. I continue to get the runaround. 

This delay is causing financial hardship, including late bill payments and potential late fees. PNC has failed to investigate and address this promptly, and I am requesting the CFPB review this situation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached file! 

All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint FTC Report Number : XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be no confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

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 2025-08-11 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached file! 

All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint FTC Report Number : XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be no confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Repossession — Account reinstatement or redemption after repossession
Company: Westlake Services, LLC
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX I bought a car from XXXX XXXX XXXX  of XXXX in XXXX ny. Everything was great in the beginning and I loved my XXXX XXXX. The loan company was Westlake financial services. During the first 30 days I had trouble getting in the car due to temperature and I notified the dealership via text and in person of the climate issue, I even sent pictures of the screen saying " climate control unavailable due to system fault. '' After a few weeks I went to a XXXX  center to have the issue resolved and found there was also a thermal problem with the auto poly computer. I paid around {$300.00} to have the initial problem fixed causing me to miss my first payment to the bank. Due to this issue the bank closed my account and forced the dealership to buy the car back. The car was repossessed by the dealership on XX/XX/XXXX. I was not given any notice of the account being closed. On the same day I recirculation a letter from the bank which was an attempt to collect the remaining amount of the pay due balance. I had paid about XXXX already so I only owed about another {$200.00} physical fees. I then have to spend someone going back and forth between the dealer and the bank. The bank is telling me my account is under review and the dealer is telling me the account was closed because I missed my first payment and that Westlake had started they will not reinstate the loan. Now I am out of a car along with the XXXX I have put into it between the payments made, the down payment, and the temperature fix. I also had an appointment on the following Monday XX/XX/XXXX to have the thermal problem with the computers resolve which was quoted at another XXXX I was going to have to pay. So that appointment couldn't happen cause I didn't have the car. The dealership claims I never told them about the initial issue although I have screen prints of the text messages where I sent them a picture of the error message and told them of the problem. And I'm out of a car with no way to go anywhere. I drove XXXX to make money so I'm broke at the moment and have no transportation to buy groceries or even go to appointments with my doctors. I believe this practice should be illegal. According to the dealership the bank had attempted to call me 15 times however I have had no voicemails left too let me know they called so that I could call back and I do not answer unknown callers or potential spam calls.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA. 

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-11 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
After reviewing my consumer report, I noticed that there was still late payment on my consumer report which have never been late because the creditor failed to provide any proof or evidence so this needs to be corrected immediately to paid as agreed and never late. This account is related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRA 's definitions, rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be Corrected. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency name liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please CORRECT this item from my consumer report! According to15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports The Law clearly states : ( a ) In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681e - Compliance procedures- ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure 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 ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of 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. ''

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