vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a charged-off account reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX appearing on my TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax credit reports under account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX The account shows a derogatory status with a {$5900.00} balance and the payment status Collection/Chargeoff. I am formally requesting that this account be fully validated under the FCRA. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Sections 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 607 ( b ), I have the right to request that all reported information be accurate, verifiable, and meet the standard of " maximum possible accuracy. '' I am requesting that the credit bureaus, in coordination with XXXX, provide the following : A copy of the original signed credit agreement A full breakdown of the amount being reported Documentation of charge-off classification and recovery status Verification that the data being reported is consistent across all bureaus If this documentation can not be provided, or the information is inconsistent, I request that the account be deleted from my credit file. As the furnisher, XXXX has a legal obligation to ensure the data they report is accurate and verifiable. Otherwise, its continued reporting is unlawful and harmful.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a charged-off account reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX appearing on my TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax credit reports under account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX The account shows a derogatory status with a {$5900.00} balance and the payment status Collection/Chargeoff. I am formally requesting that this account be fully validated under the FCRA. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Sections 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 607 ( b ), I have the right to request that all reported information be accurate, verifiable, and meet the standard of " maximum possible accuracy. '' I am requesting that the credit bureaus, in coordination with XXXX, provide the following : A copy of the original signed credit agreement A full breakdown of the amount being reported Documentation of charge-off classification and recovery status Verification that the data being reported is consistent across all bureaus If this documentation can not be provided, or the information is inconsistent, I request that the account be deleted from my credit file. As the furnisher, XXXX has a legal obligation to ensure the data they report is accurate and verifiable. Otherwise, its continued reporting is unlawful and harmful.

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 2025-07-16 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX  - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/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 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Lockhart, Morris & Montgomery Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Dear LOCKHART, MORRIS & MONT, I am writing to request validation of a debt that appears on my credit report. This request is made under my rights provided by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). These laws entitle me to request and receive specific documentation to verify the accuracy and legitimacy of debts reported on my credit file. In accordance with Section 809 of the FDCPA ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ), I am requesting the following documents and information to validate this debt : 1. Original Creditor Information : o A copy of the original credit agreement or contract with my signature, showing that I am legally obligated to pay this debt. o The name, address, and contact information of the original creditor. 2. Detailed Account Statement : o A comprehensive statement showing the original amount of the debt, the current balance, and a detailed breakdown of any interest, fees, or charges that have been added. o A record of all payments made toward the debt, including the dates and amounts of each payment, and any adjustments or credits applied. 3. Verification of Collection Agency : o Documentation proving that the debt collector currently reporting this account is authorized to collect on this debt. This should include a copy of any assignment or transfer of debt documents from the original creditor to the current collector. 4. Evidence of Account Status : o Proof that the debt is within the statute of limitations for collection, as specified under applicable state laws. This includes the date of the original default and any relevant dates affecting the statute of limitations. XXXX. Confirmation of Reporting Accuracy : o Verification that the information reported on my credit file is accurate and that the debt is being reported by the correct party. This includes confirmation that the account details and status are correctly represented. 6. Dispute Resolution : o Information on the procedure for resolving disputes related to this debt if it is found to be inaccurate or unverifiable. Under Section 611 of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), I am entitled to an accurate credit report, and I request that you conduct a thorough review of this account. If the debt can not be properly validated, please remove it from my credit report and notify me in writing of the outcome. For your reference, I have enclosed a copy of my credit report with the entry in question highlighted. Please confirm receipt of this letter and provide a written response within 15 days, as required by law. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Transunion, My name is XXXX XXXX and I'm Begging for your help, I'm NOT A COMPANY! 
To get things moving, you should have more than enough time to remove these inaccurate accounts from my credit, stop ignoring my disputes I need real help!! I request to remove any/all inaccurate information from my credit report as quickly as possible. The items in question are : XXXX. XXXX XXXX Account # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance : {$1100.00} ( Paid charge-off ), {$260.00} ( Still showing as charged off ) Complaint : This account is reported with multiple entries under TransUnion and is marked as both paid and charged off. I have never been provided with a copy of the original contract or the payment breakdown. This violates FCRA 609 ( lack of documentation ), FCRA 611 ( unverified or outdated information ), and FDCPA 809 ( no validation of debt ). I dispute this account and request deletion unless it can be fully validated. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX / XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX  Balance : {$830.00} Complaint : This is a medical collection showing as " open '' with no signed consent, no billing breakdown, or XXXX XXXX. This violates FCRA 609, 611 and FDCPA 809. The collector failed to provide validation or notify me of my rights before reporting the debt to TransUnion. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account # : XXXXXXXX XXXX  Balance : {$520.00} Complaint : This debt is listed as placed for collection with no documentation or medical bill shown. This account was never validated under FDCPA 809, and no HIPAA-compliant consent was provided. It violates FCRA 609 and 611. 
XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX Balance : {$1700.00} Complaint : Another medical collection with no documentation, no proof of assignment, and no validation notice ever sent. Continued reporting to TransUnion violates FCRA 611 and FDCPA 809. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance : {$280.00} Complaint : This debt appears with no signed documentation or proof of policy ownership. XXXX has not validated this debt under FDCPA 809 and it remains derogatory with no reinvestigation ( FCRA 611 ). I request full deletion or complete validation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian Credit XXXX, 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. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : 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

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 2025-07-16 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: CA

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 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 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : 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 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 2025-07-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
My credit profile is inaccurate which is not fair to me. Please investegate thus and fix it. I'm really sick and tired of these XXXX. Should there be any updates on my inquiries, I'm gon na go to court

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
My credit profile is inaccurate which is not fair to me. Please investegate thus and fix it. I'm really sick and tired of these XXXX. Should there be any updates on my inquiries, I'm gon na go to court

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
FORMAL LEGAL NOTICE OF INTENT TO SUE FOR VIOLATION OF FCRA 605B XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, FL, XXXX, XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XXXX EQUIFAX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX. 
INTENT TO SUE FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681C-2 ) DEAR EQUIFAX, I AM WRITING TO FORMALLY NOTIFY YOU OF MY INTENT TO PURSUE LEGAL ACTION FOR YOUR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ( FCRA ) 605B, WHICH MANDATES THAT YOU BLOCK INFORMATION RESULTING FROM IDENTITY THEFT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT WITHIN FOUR BUSINESS DAYS UPON RECEIPT OF THE RELEVANT DOCUMENTATION. FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS IN QUESTION : 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  THESE ACCOUNTS, ALONG WITH UNAUTHORIZED HARD INQUIRIES, FRADULENT COLLECTIONS, ADDRESSES, AND NAMES, HAVE BEEN FLAGGED AS IDENTITY THEFT. ENCLOSED IS A FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION IDENTITY THEFT CRIMINAL COMPLAINT, SUBSTANTIATING THE FRAUDULENT NATURE OF THESE ACCOUNTS. YOUR CONTINUED FAILURE TO BLOCK ALL DISPUTED ACCOUNTS, COLLECTIONS, INQUIRIES, ADDRESSES, AND NAMES WITHIN THE NEXT FOUR BUSINESS DAYS, IN STRICT ADHERENCE TO THE FCRA. FURTHERMORE, I SEEK A DETAILED EXPLANATION REGARDING YOUR VERIFICATION PROCESS, PARTICULARLY HOW IT FAILED TO ADDRESS AND CORRECT THESE INACCURACIES IN MY CREDIT REPORT, RESULTING IN HARMFUL RAMIFICATIONS TO MY CREDITWORTHINESS.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-16 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:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt. 
The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS 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

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 2025-07-16 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the list of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 15 U.S.C. 1681, section 602 ( A ), states that I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C. 1681, section 604 ( A ), states : It also states that a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instruction.

15 U.S.C. 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ), section states : No consumer reporting agency may include in any consumer report any adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes, which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) states : A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2025-07-16 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the list of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 15 U.S.C. 1681, section 602 ( A ), states that I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C. 1681, section 604 ( A ), states : It also states that a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instruction.

15 U.S.C. 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ), section states : No consumer reporting agency may include in any consumer report any adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes, which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) states : A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2025-07-16 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: HI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute certain negative entries currently listed on my credit report. Despite multiple requests and the submission of all necessary supporting documents, these inaccuracies have not been properly addressed. My repeated follow-ups have been met with little to no action, and the continued presence of these errors has caused significant financial and emotional stress. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the legal right to an accurate and verifiable credit report. I am requesting that you take immediate and thorough steps to investigate and correct these items. Failure to resolve them in a timely manner would constitute 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