vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: NE

Complaint narrative:
To : Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX RE : Dispute of Inaccurate Information- ( XXXX ) Dear Experian, This letter Is to formally dispute inaccurate information regarding a charge off listed on my credit report. The account details are as follows : Account Type : Auto Loan Creditor Name : Ally Financial Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Dispute Summary : I am Disputing the accuracy of this account for several reasons. 
Missing Payment History : The report shows no information XX/XX/XXXX, or XX/XX/XXXX. The report says the date opened was XX/XX/XXXX. 
Conflicting status : The account is reported as both charged off AND past due as of XX/XX/XXXX. This creates confusion and contradicts the definition of a charged off account. 
This account also shows it was charged off as of XX/XX/XXXX, but also states a payment was received XX/XX/XXXX. If the account was charged off, how is there a balance to receive such payment? 
Late payment reporting : The report also shows 30 days past due for XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. Wouldnt the past due be 60 days past due in XX/XX/XXXX if it was 30 days past due in XX/XX/XXXX? The inconsistency raises concerns about the data validity. 
Lack of verification : My previous request for verification and validation of this account resulted in insufficient response details on who verified the information, their title, and the verification method used. \ Violation of FCRA : These inconsistencies and lack of proper verification, constitute a violation of the fair credit report act, FCRA, 15 USC 1681, which requires credit reporting agencies to ensure the accuracy and fairness of consumer credit information.

Request : Based on the inaccuracies detail above, I demand a complete deletion of this account from my credit report. Please investigate this dispute thoroughly and provide a written response within 30 days of receipt of this letter. 
The response should include : Explanation of the investigation conducted. 
Details of communication with the creditor regarding verification. Revised credit report, reflecting the deletion of the account, if applicable. 
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter 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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
After sending complaints here in CFPB these negative items are STILL reporting and my complaints have NEVER been resolved. I am a victim of identity theft. The information attached below, which appears on my credit report, DOES NOT relate to any transaction ( s ) that I have made. It is the result of identity theft. I've also called on MULTIPLE occasions regarding the negative items that are reported on my credit report. These accounts are NOT MINE. I kindly request that the credit bureaus promptly investigate and rectify this matter in accordance with the FCRA guidelines to ensure the accuracy of my credit report. Thank you for your attentiontothisissue. I am the primary consumer of the complaint and there is no third party involved. This complaint was not submitted in error. Attached you will also find my ID as proofofmyidentity.

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 2025-01-23 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: Resurgent Capital Services L.P.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/year> LVNV FUNDING LLC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX RE : Cease and Desist Collection Activities Account Number : # XXXX Dear : LVNV FUNDING LLC, This letter is formal notice under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ), that you must immediately cease all collection efforts regarding the alleged debt referenced above. I am exercising my right to request that you stop all contact with me regarding this matter. 

This request applies to all forms of communication, including but not limited to phone calls, letters, emails, and any other means of communication. Furthermore, I request that you do not contact my family, friends, neighbors, or workplace regarding this alleged debt. 

Please note the following : If you believe this debt is valid, provide written verification of the debt within 30 days as required by law. 
If you have already provided such documentation, I still demand that you refrain from further contact unless it is to notify me of the following : That your efforts to collect the debt are being terminated. 
That you may pursue specific legal remedies.

That legal action will be taken against me.

Be advised that failure to comply with this request may result in further action, including but not limited to filing a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and/or my state Attorney Generals Office.

Please confirm in writing that you have received this request and that all collection activities have ceased. Any further contact outside of the exceptions noted above will be considered harassment and a violation of my rights under the FDCPA. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Debt Dispute XXXX XXXX Account # XXXX Dear Experian, This letter constitutes a formal dispute of the alleged debt you claim I owe, as outlined in your communication dated XX/XX/XXXX Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g I hereby dispute the validity of this debt in its entirety. I request that you cease all collection activity on this account immediately until you have provided me with the following : * Verification of the debt : This must include the following information : * The name of the original creditor to whom the debt is owed.

* The amount of the debt, including any applicable interest, fees, and penalties.

* A clear statement of the date ( s ) and amount ( s ) of the original transaction ( s ) that resulted in this debt. 
* A copy of any supporting documentation, such as contracts, invoices, or judgments. 
* Cessation of communication : As per 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ), I request that you cease all communication regarding this debt until you have provided me with the requested verification. This includes, but is not limited to, phone calls, letters, emails, and text messages.

I understand that my failure to dispute this debt within thirty ( 30 ) days of receiving your initial communication may be construed as an admission of liability. However, I reserve my right to dispute the debt at any time. 
I expect a prompt and written response to this letter within the timeframe required by law. I will consider further action, including legal recourse, if I do not receive the requested information or if you continue collection activity during the dispute period. 

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-24 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the findings of your recent investigation into XXXX XXXX XXXX, Account # XXXX. Your investigation, as outlined in your correspondence dated XXXX failed to meet the standards required under Section 1681o of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ).

Under Section 1681o, consumers are entitled to recover damages resulting from negligent noncompliance with the FCRA. Your failure to conduct a reasonable and thorough investigation constitutes a clear violation of this statute. Specifically : 1. Failure to Investigate Submitted Evidence : I provided [ list specific documents, evidence, or supporting materials ] on [ date ]. This information appears to have been ignored or inadequately reviewed during your investigation.

2. Inaccurate or Incomplete Findings : The conclusions reached in your investigation do not align with the evidence I provided or the facts of the matter.

3. Negligent Noncompliance : Your investigation process did not meet the standards required by the FCRA, as it failed to reasonably ensure the accuracy and integrity of the reported information. 



I request that you immediately re-open this matter and conduct a proper investigation. Additionally, please provide me with a detailed explanation of the steps taken during your initial investigation. If you fail to address this issue adequately, I reserve the right to pursue legal remedies as provided under Section 1681o, including recovering damages caused by your negligent noncompliance. 



Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide a response within [ state a reasonable timeframe, e.g., 30 days ], as required by law. Should you require additional information, feel free to contact me directly at XXXX, XXXX. 



Thank you for your attention to this matter.

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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally file a complain regarding multiple overdraft fees applied to my account. These fees were assessed despite having sufficient funds available at the time the transactions were authorized. However, due to delayed posting of charges and credits, I was unfairly charged overdraft fees. 
This issue appears consistent with recent findings by the CFPB, which identified similar practices by Navy Federal Credit Union, where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially having adequate funds. I believe these practices are deceptive and unfair.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence l provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian 's inaction violates federal law and my rights as a 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> at around XXXX XXXX, I got a call from XXXX. She said she was calling to find out if I was allowing someone named XXXX XXXX in XXXX, Florida to open a Discover card using me as a co-signer on XX/XX/year>. I told her I've never heard of this person and I live in XXXX, New York. She said she would deny the card and tried to transfer me to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau but when she transferred me, we were disconnected. The number she gave me for the cancellation is XXXX XXXX. She asked me if I had accounts with various companies and she mentioned XXXX XXXX XXXX. My phone is through XXXX XXXX XXXX. She said there's been a data breach and unfortunately, that where they may have gotten my information. The person trying to open the account has my SS #, name, phone number and address. I asked if I should call the credit bureaus and she said they would.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

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 2025-01-23 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
My accounts was never late! I have had exceptional payment history with XXXX XXXXXXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! I demand the late payment reported to be removed/updated. They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Experian for failing to properly investigate my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report. Despite my submissions, Experian consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing and evidence of a through investigation. This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681I, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, XXXX 's actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C. 5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceeding ( File No. XXXX ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Experian complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
Several disputes were resolved too quickly to be verified as being correct without validation/ proof that I requested. Some of which I spoke with the companies myself and also sent in verification with my disputes and they still were not resolved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
Several disputes were resolved too quickly to be verified as being correct without validation/ proof that I requested. Some of which I spoke with the companies myself and also sent in verification with my disputes and they still were not resolved.

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 2025-01-23 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the inaccurate negative items on my credit report. I have submitted multiple complaints to the credit bureaus requesting verification of these items, as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 609. However, despite my repeated requests, I have not received the necessary proof to validate these entries. According to FCRA Section 609, if verification is not provided, the credit bureaus are obligated to remove these disputed items from my credit report. I kindly request that the credit bureaus promptly investigate and rectify this matter in accordance with the FCRA guidelines to ensure the accuracy of my credit report. Thank you for your attention to this issue. I am the primary consumer of the complaint and there is no third party involved. This complaint was not submitted in error. Attached you will also find my ID as proof of my identity and my Proof of Address.

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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my concern regarding the inaccurate negative items on my credit report. I have submitted multiple complaints to the credit bureaus requesting verification of these items, as per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 609. However, despite my repeated requests, I have not received the necessary proof to validate these entries. According to FCRA Section 609, if verification is not provided, the credit bureaus are obligated to remove these disputed items from my credit report. I kindly request that the credit bureaus promptly investigate and rectify this matter in accordance with the FCRA guidelines to ensure the accuracy of my credit report. Thank you for your attention to this issue. I am the primary consumer of the complaint and there is no third party involved. This complaint was not submitted in error. Attached you will also find my ID as proof of my identity and my Proof of Address.

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 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPB 's findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams.This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-23 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
Cash App ( Block, Inc. ) failed to provide adequate customer service and safeguard my account from fraud, leaving it vulnerable and unprotected. Their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as it did not comply with the error resolution requirements outlined in the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These shortcomings have caused me financial loss and significant inconvenience, and I am seeking appropriate resolution and accountability for their failure to address these issues effectively

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation