Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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: WA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern, I am formally requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) immediately enforce corrective action against Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion for persistent and repeated violations of federal law. Over 30 days ago, I submitted detailed written disputes, comprehensive identity theft documentation, and supporting evidence. The bureaus have unlawfully failed to comply with their statutory obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and associated federal laws, constituting further violations. 
Violations Committed by THE BUREAUS : 15 U.S.C. 1681 ( FCRA 607 ( b ) ) : Failure to maintain maximum possible accuracy.

FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) : Failure to investigate consumer disputes within the statutory 30-day timeframe.

FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 6 ) : Failure to conduct reinvestigations and provide findings. 
15 U.S.C. 1692g : Failure to notify the consumer of alleged debts within the required timeframe.

Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act ( 15 U.S.C. 68016809 ) : Failure to adequately safeguard consumer personal information.

18 U.S.C. 1028 : Identity theft and unauthorized misuse of personal data.

15 U.S.C. 1681g ( XXXX ) : Failure to provide adequate victim assistance, fraud alerts, and recovery tools. 
XXXX Violations : Noncompliance with established industry reporting standards. 
Florida Criminal Statutes : Violations relating to identity theft and consumer fraud. 
FDCPA 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ) : Failure to respond to validation requests within 30 days. 
Fraudulent and Inaccurate Accounts Requiring Immediate Removal and Permanent Blocking : XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Violations : FCRA : 1681e ( b ), 1681i ( a ), 1681g, 1681s-2 ( b ), 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), 1681c ( a ) FDCPA : 1692g ( a ), 1692g ( b ), 1692e ( 8 ), 1692d GLBA : 6801 ( b ), 6802 ( a ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Formatting and accuracy violations Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) : RCW 19.182.020 ( reasonable procedures for accuracy ), RCW 19.182.150 ( blocking information from identity theft ), and RCW 19.182.160 ( civil remedies, including damages, attorneys fees, and injunctive relief ). 
Washington Collection Agency Act ( WCAA ) : RCW 19.16.250 ( prohibits misrepresentation, harassment, or unconscionable collection practices ).

Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) : RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibits unfair or deceptive acts and practices, provides civil remedies ).

Demand : Immediate deletion and permanent blocking of this tradeline under FCRA 1681c-2, Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) RCW 19.182.150 ( requiring consumer reporting agencies to block information resulting from identity theft ), and the Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices ) due to identity theft and lack of verification. This account must be deleted immediately, flagged under Dispute Code 103 Fraudulent, and suppressed permanently as part of your automated fraud deletion protocol, in full compliance with federal and Washington state law. 
XXXX Account Number : XXXX Violations : FCRA : 1681e ( b ), 1681i ( a ), 1681g, 1681s-2 ( b ), 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), 1681c ( a ) FDCPA : 1692g ( a ), 1692g ( b ), 1692e ( 8 ), 1692d GLBA : 6801 ( b ), 6802 ( a ) XXXX XXXX : Formatting and accuracy violations Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) : RCW 19.182.020 ( reasonable procedures for accuracy ), RCW 19.182.150 ( blocking information from identity theft ), and RCW 19.182.160 ( civil remedies, including damages, attorneys fees, and injunctive relief ).

Washington Collection Agency Act ( WCAA ) : RCW 19.16.250 ( prohibits misrepresentation, harassment, or unconscionable collection practices ). 
Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) : RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibits unfair or deceptive acts and practices, provides civil remedies ).

Demand : Immediate deletion and permanent blocking of this tradeline under FCRA 1681c-2, Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) RCW 19.182.150 ( requiring consumer reporting agencies to block information resulting from identity theft ), and the Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices ) due to identity theft and lack of verification. This account must be deleted immediately, flagged under Dispute Code 103 Fraudulent, and suppressed permanently as part of your automated fraud deletion protocol, in full compliance with federal and Washington state law.

CAF Account Number : 3345 Violations : FCRA : 1681e ( b ), 1681i ( a ), 1681g, 1681s-2 ( b ), 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), 1681c ( a ) FDCPA : 1692g ( a ), 1692g ( b ), 1692e ( 8 ), 1692d GLBA : 6801 ( b ), 6802 ( a ) XXXX XXXX XXXX Formatting and accuracy violations Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) : RCW 19.182.020 ( reasonable procedures for accuracy ), RCW 19.182.150 ( blocking information from identity theft ), and RCW 19.182.160 ( civil remedies, including damages, attorneys fees, and injunctive relief ). 
Washington Collection Agency Act ( WCAA ) : RCW 19.16.250 ( prohibits misrepresentation, harassment, or unconscionable collection practices ).

Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) : RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibits unfair or deceptive acts and practices, provides civil remedies ). 
Demand : Immediate deletion and permanent blocking of this tradeline under FCRA 1681c-2, Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) RCW 19.182.150 ( requiring consumer reporting agencies to block information resulting from identity theft ), and the Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) RCW 19.86.020 ( prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices ) due to identity theft and lack of verification. This account must be deleted immediately, flagged under Dispute Code 103 Fraudulent, and suppressed permanently as part of your automated fraud deletion protocol, in full compliance with federal and Washington state law. 
Incorrect or Unfamiliar Addresses : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX NV XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX WA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX WA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX WA XXXX Demand : Immediate deletion and permanent blocking of these addresses under FCRA 1681c-2, the Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) RCW 19.182.150 ( requiring consumer reporting agencies to block information resulting from identity theft ), and the Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) RCW 19.86 ( prohibiting unfair or deceptive reporting or collection practices ) due to identity theft and lack of verification. 
Incorrect Employer Listing : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Demand : Immediate deletion and permanent blocking of these employers under FCRA 1681c-2, the Washington Fair Credit Reporting Act ( WFCRA ) RCW 19.182.150 ( requiring consumer reporting agencies to block information resulting from identity theft ), and the Washington Consumer Protection Act ( CPA ) RCW 19.86 ( prohibiting unfair or deceptive reporting or collection practices ) due to identity theft and lack of verification.

Requested Relief from the CFPB : Immediate enforcement of removal and permanent blocking of all fraudulent and inaccurate accounts listed.

Immediate deletion of all unauthorized hard inquiries. 
Correction of all inaccurate personal information, including addresses, employers, and names. 
Provision of updated credit reports from all three bureaus confirming these corrections. 
Implementation of statutory identity theft protections, including fraud alerts. 
Comprehensive investigation and imposition of sanctions for failure to comply with FCRA and FDCPA mandated deadlines. 
Imposition of appropriate fines or disciplinary actions against the bureaus for willful neglect of their legal obligations. 
Supporting Documentation Previously Submitted : Government-issued photo identification Social Security card Official police report documenting identity theft Proof of current residence Original dispute letters TO THE CREDITORS Declaration : I hereby affirm, under penalty of perjury, that all statements provided herein are truthful and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Due to the significant harm caused by the illegal actions of these bureaus and creditors, I request urgent intervention from the CFPB to enforce compliance with federal law, protect my consumer rights, and restore the integrity of my credit report.

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