vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: NM

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing. 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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the following negative items on my credit report.

Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the following negative items on my credit report.

Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal 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 2025-04-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I'm writing to impart my uneasiness with respect to the challenged records on my credit report. On different events, I have raised the issue of mistakes in these records, and have dependably referenced that they be totally analyzed. No matter what my undertakings, I by and by just can't get any objective or helpful movement. These off-base records are genuinely hurting my credit archive and forestalling my ability to continue with a normal life. The unfriendly outcomes of these mistakes have caused tremendous hardships for me, and I'm left with no choice aside from to contend for your assistance with reviewing what is happening rapidly. I liberally request that you direct a cautious assessment concerning the noteworthy of all of these challenged records. It is essential that the principal propels are taken to revive and revise my credit report right away. With your help, I want to restore the precision and dependability of my credit record so I could recover control over my money related success. I really request that you offer this matter your most outrageous thought and take a fast action. Your support and moving in settling this issue quickly would be very significant. Much gratitude to you early on for your perception and help.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
This formal complaint concerns unauthorized inquiries appearing on my credit report, made without my consent and lacking a permissible purpose under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). These inquiries are negatively impacting my credit profile and do not meet the FCRAs requirements for accessing a consumers credit report without express authorization.

Details of Disputed Inquiries : The following inquiries are disputed, as verified by the creditors, who confirmed they were conducted without my knowledge or authorization : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax Legal Basis for Removal : Under the FCRA, specifically Section 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ), access to a credit report is only permissible when explicit consumer consent or a clearly permissible purpose exists. The listed inquiries do not meet these legal requirements. Additionally, under Section 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ), any unverifiable information must be promptly removed from the credit report.

I have attempted to resolve this matter directly with the credit bureau by submitting a formal dispute letter on XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX. However, I have not received an adequate response or the removal of the unauthorized inquiries, which I believe constitutes noncompliance with FCRA provisions.

Supporting Case Law for Removal : Legal precedents reinforce the need for removal of unauthorized inquiries in the absence of a permissible purpose. In Pintos v. Pacific Creditors Association ( 9th Cir. 2010 ), the Ninth Circuit ruled that accessing a credit report without explicit consumer consent or a legitimate purpose constitutes a violation of the FCRA. Furthermore, Dennis v. BEH-1, LLC ( 9th Cir. 2002 ) reaffirms that credit bureaus are obligated to remove all inaccurate or unverifiable information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX XXXX I made a deposit in the amount of {$3000.00} cash to Citi Bank Atm number XXXX between XXXX XXXX and XXXX pm. The machine took my money and did not give me a receipt and said something went wrong. 

I contacted Citi bank customer service to inform them and went into the bank and was told they do not have anything to do with the Atm. 

Customer service saw the atm was reading something went wrong and refused to issue me the credit until they fix their malfunction machine. 

I informed Citi I had XXXX 's to pay and checks are going to bounce and they refuse to return my funds.

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 2025-04-25 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:
Under 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ), any accounts that are found to be opened or accessed as a result of a data breach must be blocked within XXXX ( XXXX ) business days of the dispute being filed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding unauthorized accounts that persist on my credit report despite my repeated efforts to have them removed. These accounts are causing significant damage to my financial reputation and overall well-being. It is evident that the inclusion of these fraudulent items violates 15 USC 1681b regarding permissible purposes, as the credit bureaus have no legitimate reason to report them without my explicit consent. Please refer to the attached file detailing these items I am disputing. 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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I do not have any accounts or personal dealings with all of the following companies that have used my PERSONAL and PRIVATE information. The companies listed used my PERSONAL and PRIVATE information without my acknowledgement and without my consent which is in violation of my American Civil Liberty Rights as a United States of America Citizen and my Fair Credit Reporting Rights as a United States of America Citizen. I wish to have these companies and all others that are in violation of my rights, be removed from my credit report and I shall be monetarily compensated for the misuse, incorrect, and unauthorized use of my personal and private information for their personal gain which in turn disrupted and incorrectly handled my information and disregarded me and my privacy and rights as a United States Citizen. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX used my information without my authorization on the following dates : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX MO XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX UT XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX, XXXX, MI XXXX on XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX IL XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX FL XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX  inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX inquired on XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  inquired on XX/XX/XXXX According to Knowing your rights Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) access to my file is limited and I must give my consent for reports to be provided, and I may seek damages from violators.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
This public record information is inaccurate so please review all the documents I've sent in regards to this.

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 2025-04-25 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Frequent calls attempting to collect a debt from XXXX XXXX. I do not owe a debt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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:
" I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! 

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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 2025-04-25 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
My report includes inquiries that I believe do not meet the permissible purpose requirement set forth in 15 USC 1681b. I suspect these inquiries were made in error and am requesting their removal.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: PA

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 2025-04-25 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I originally took out a loan with XXXX. They transferred it to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ). I received a letter from them that my loan is fully paid off. It was a loan that was half payed to you at once, and the other half put into a savings account, which you will then receive the money for once the loan has been paid XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX. As stated by XXXX the loan has been paid in full. XXXX wondering where the other half of my loan is I should be paid, if it is indeed paid in full, as stated. I was sent a check dated XX/XX/XXXX ( the ship date ) in an envelope with no explanation and only a stale check past 180 days that cant be cashed, this money was owed in XX/XX/XXXX. Yet Im sent that now, they dont want me to have the funds. In addition, the other half of the loan is {$2500.00} in the savings account, I wasnt even sent the full amount? This is extremely suspicious, and presents numerous legal issues. I was told they are issuing me a new check, but they refused to put it in writing. In addition, the loan has been reporting as {$2500.00}, when it is in fact a loan of {$4500.00}, as stated by the confirmation letter, fully paid.

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 2025-04-25 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I originally took out a loan with XXXX. They transferred it to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ). I received a letter from them that my loan is fully paid off. It was a loan that was half payed to you at once, and the other half put into a savings account, which you will then receive the money for once the loan has been paid XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX. As stated by XXXX the loan has been paid in full. XXXX wondering where the other half of my loan is I should be paid, if it is indeed paid in full, as stated. I was sent a check dated XX/XX/XXXX ( the ship date ) in an envelope with no explanation and only a stale check past 180 days that cant be cashed, this money was owed in XX/XX/XXXX. Yet Im sent that now, they dont want me to have the funds. In addition, the other half of the loan is {$2500.00} in the savings account, I wasnt even sent the full amount? This is extremely suspicious, and presents numerous legal issues. I was told they are issuing me a new check, but they refused to put it in writing. In addition, the loan has been reporting as {$2500.00}, when it is in fact a loan of {$4500.00}, as stated by the confirmation letter, fully paid.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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: NY

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 2025-04-25 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
I did not authorize anyone employed by these companies to make any inquiries nor to view my consumer report. In addition, I did not give any permission to furnish such information onto my report. This is a violation of Fair Credit Report ACT Section 1681b ( c ) as fraud & breach of my privacy. Inquiries that's not authorized ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/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 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 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 2025-04-25 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:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( XXXX5 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-25 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 writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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