vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-08 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: NM

Complaint narrative:
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.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the cr
edit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 2025-12-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE NEVER BEEN LATE ON THE ACCOUNTS LISTED AS DELINQUENT.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-08 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: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I placed an order for a product, and it appears that the company I purchased the item from ( XXXX ) added some kind of 14-day Free all-access subscription. I never requested a subscription and did not even realize it was a thing until one month later, I received a charge of {$37.00} on my PayPal credit card. When I inquired what it was, I was informed that I had signed up for a subscription and that was what the charge was for. I argued that I absolutely did not sign up for this subscription, and the charges are unauthorized. This is clearly a scam by XXXX and something that they likely do to unsuspecting people. They tack on a " free all-access '' subscription for something, and then, because you are unaware it exists, you do not cancel it before the 14-day period, and you are hit with a charge. When I attempted to explain this to PayPal, I was told that the company showed proof. I explained that it is fraudulent and unauthorized, but I have not been able to resolve the matter with them, as PayPal keeps insisting that XXXX provided proof and that I signed up for it when I purchased the product. I purchased the phone through a promotion on my phone, and I believe the company tacked it on at that point without my permission or authorization. When I explained that to PayPal, and even asked them to review the services and see that I never accessed it, because I was unaware that it existed, they refused to hear my pleas.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-09 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
DO NOT send me any stall letters to delay or misdirect this investigation this complaint is authorized BY ME. I am formally disputing the inaccurate, unverifiable, and unauthorized information currently being reported on my credit file, which has caused significant harm to my creditworthiness and violated my consumer rights under federal law. In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq., I am demanding a full and reasonable reinvestigation into all derogatory accounts, personal data errors, and hard inquiries. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ), the credit bureaus are required to investigate disputed information, and I demand strict compliance with this statute, including the Method of Verification ( MOV ) under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ). For each item in question, I am requesting original source documentation specifically a signed contract bearing my signature, a complete account history, proof of permissible purpose under 15 U.S.C. 1681b, and all communications between the credit bureau and the furnisher of the information. As a victim of the Equifax Data Breach and TransUnion Data Incident, my personal information has been found on the dark web, raising serious concerns about identity theft and misuse. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has taken action against Equifax for improper handling of consumer disputes, and I have every reason to question the legitimacy and accuracy of the data currently being reported. I am scared and extremely worried because I do not know who has my information or how its being used. This is why yall keep getting sued by consumers like me because you continue to overlook clear violations and fail to properly investigate disputed data. If you are unable to provide verified, legally admissible documentation for each disputed item, you are required under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) to delete the information immediately. Noncompliance will be viewed as a willful violation of the FCRA under 15 U.S.C. 1681n, and I am fully prepared to escalate this matter with formal complaints to the CFPB, FTC, and my State Attorney General. I expect a complete, legally compliant response within 30 days, as required by law. Attached are copies of my drivers license, social security card, and proof of address for identity verification. DO NOT add any fraud alerts. DO NOT add any personal statements to my credit profile. Please read this letter in its entirety before responding.

Here is a list of inaccurate, unverifiable, and unauthorized information that must be investigated and resolved : Account Name : DEPTEDXXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : DEPTEDXXXX Account Number : XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Struggling to pay your bill — Credit card company won't work with you while you're going through financial hardship
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
In late XX/XX/year>, I called the issuer of my Wayfair XXXX, which is serviced by Citibank, to report a verified household financial hardship due to the federal government shutdown and loss of income. I was told that all of my accounts would be placed under a shutdown-related payment deferment or hardship accommodation. 

Other Citi-branded accounts tied to my household were updated, but the Wayfair XXXX was not. No hardship notation or relief was applied to this account. As a result, the account was allowed to become past due, late fees were added, and I am constantly being pressured to make multiple payments at once, even though I had already notified the company of the shutdown and loss of income hardship. 

As a result of Wayfair XXXX Citibank not reviewing or processing my request, the Wayfair XXXX account became past due, late fees were added, and negative information began reporting to the credit bureaus. When I called in to follow up, I did not receive assistance and was told to make multiple payments immediately, even though the hardship request was already on file and the delay was on Citibanks end. I was repeatedly told the programed ended XX/XX/year> and I needed to make a payment to bring the account current. 

I believe this handling is unfair and inconsistent with what I was told, as well as with normal expectations for hardship accommodations. The account should have been treated the same as my other Citi accounts that were updated for the shutdown hardship instead of being allowed to go delinquent, generate late fees, and trigger a credit issue and negative credit 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 2025-12-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Please correct/update this inaccurate information on my credit report

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-08 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Please correct/update this inaccurate information on 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : I am disputing the accuracy, completeness, and ownership of the above-referenced collection accounts currently being reported to TransUnion, Equifax, and Experian under your name. I do not recognize these accounts as valid debts owed to your company. Please treat this letter as a written request for validation and a direct dispute under applicable law. 

Because these are purchased debt accounts, I am requesting the following documentation regarding each account : Complete chain of title showing assignment from the original creditor to XXXX XXXX, including any intermediary transfers. 

The bill of sale including my specific account, not just a generic purchase statement. 

Documentation from the original creditor showing the amount allegedly owed and the date of delinquency. 

A breakdown of the balance you claim is due, including interest or fees applied after purchase.

Verification that the amount reported as the highest balance is accurate and not simply a duplicate of the collection balance.

Until you provide proper validation and proof of ownership, you are required to cease collection activity, including furnishing information to the consumer reporting agencies. If you can not verify these accounts in accordance with federal law, you must delete them and notify TransUnion.

Nothing in this letter is an admission of liability or a refusal to pay. I am requesting information needed to determine whether these accounts are legitimate and accurate. 

Please respond within XXXX ( XXXX ) days of receipt of this letter.

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 2025-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : I am disputing the accuracy, completeness, and ownership of the above-referenced collection accounts currently being reported to TransUnion, Equifax, and Experian under your name. I do not recognize these accounts as valid debts owed to your company. Please treat this letter as a written request for validation and a direct dispute under applicable law. 

Because these are purchased debt accounts, I am requesting the following documentation regarding each account : Complete chain of title showing assignment from the original creditor to XXXX XXXX, including any intermediary transfers. 

The bill of sale including my specific account, not just a generic purchase statement. 

Documentation from the original creditor showing the amount allegedly owed and the date of delinquency. 

A breakdown of the balance you claim is due, including interest or fees applied after purchase.

Verification that the amount reported as the highest balance is accurate and not simply a duplicate of the collection balance.

Until you provide proper validation and proof of ownership, you are required to cease collection activity, including furnishing information to the consumer reporting agencies. If you can not verify these accounts in accordance with federal law, you must delete them and notify TransUnion.

Nothing in this letter is an admission of liability or a refusal to pay. I am requesting information needed to determine whether these accounts are legitimate and accurate. 

Please respond within XXXX ( XXXX ) days of receipt of this letter.

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 2025-12-09 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
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.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 2025-12-09 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:
Hello, I am writing to delete the following information on my credit report. The following items are listed in the report. I am a victim of identity theft. The charges made on the account were not mine. The items need to be deleted as they are inaccurate items on my credit report. The theft of my identity was reported to the federal Trade Commission. Also, I have an enclosed copy of the Federal Trade Commission id-entity theft affidavit. Please find it in your best interest to delete the items. 


I would like to emphasize the following legal obligations under the FCRA : Under 1681b, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only under specific circumstances, including " In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue such an order, or a subpoena issued in connection with proceedings before a Federal grand jury. '' This provision strictly limits when my consumer report can be furnished, and I do not believe any of these circumstances apply in this case.

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), credit bureaus must conduct a " reasonable reinvestigation '' upon receiving notice of a consumer dispute. I am formally notifying you of this dispute, and I expect a thorough and reasonable reinvestigation of all items I've identified.

15 U.S. Code 1681b outlines the permissible purposes of consumer reports, including conditions for furnishing and using consumer reports for employment purposes. I do not believe any of these permissible purposes apply to the disputed items on my report.

15 U.S. Code $ 1681c-2 a consumer reporting agency shall block the reporting of any.

information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

15 U.S. Code 1681 Section B ( i ) - Requirements relating to reinsertion of previously deleted material - If a consumer reporting agency removes information from someone's credit file based on the requirements in the preceding section ( A ), the agency can not re-add or reinsert that previously deleted information back into the person 's file unless the entity that originally provided that information certifies that it is complete and accurate.

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 2025-12-08 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:
To do what is fair to me as a consumer, delete and update my credit report as they are reporting inaccurate information that I have made them aware of but still keep reporting! This has caused me multiple denials and mental anguish that I can't even stand. I will not tolerate this anymore and will seek litigation if this is not handled!

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 2025-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have reached out numerous times to my disbelief and discuss and discouragement with Equifax regarding negative accounts which are completely fraudulent due to identity, theft, and multiple Equifax data breaches as well as Transunion as well as Experian and their numerous data breaches and the identity theft that is taken place. I have struggled with this identity theft over the last three years, trying to replace the pieces of my life, during this period of time I have begin a journey on understanding the fair credit reporting act as well as the fair debt collection practices act, and in that I see numerous violations do and committed egregiously by Equifax and Transunion. NOTICE TO AGENT IS NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL IS NOTICE TO AGENT This is my final warning. I asked that the consumer financial protection bureau do everything in his power to help me to eradicate These fraudulent and misled issues with my data by Equifax and Transunion, the other perpetrators, XXXX sage stream and invoice data solutions. NOTICE TO AGENT IS NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL IS NOTICE TO AGENT I am not a ( Credit Repair company. ) I am not a ( XXXX XXXX consultant. ) I am very well-versed in the laws and Ive given sworn testimony to this that the. VIOLATIONS FCRA/ Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ) ) -15 USC 1692c ( b ) 15 U.S. code 1681s-2 Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies. 15 U.S. code 1681a ( 2 ) ( 1 ), 15 U.S. code 1681 ( 3 ) ( e ), 15 U.S. code 16811 - procedure in case of disputed accuracy, 15 U.S. code 1681b -Permissible purposes of consumer report. H.R. 3046 Social Security number privacy and identity Theft Prevention Act of 2007. Section 326 of USA PATRIOT Act. Gramm- leach-Bliley Act.Im requesting under the 15 USC 1681B c-2 that information that has been procured from identity theft be blocked completely blocked. NOTICE TO AGENT IS NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL NOTICE TO PRINCIPAL IS NOTICE TO AGENT This is also a ( CEASE and DESIST ) of, the fraudulent accounts to being reported and any reporting is as such as collection activities. This is my second CFPB complaint with Equifax about the accounts ( Under 15 U.S. Code 1605 ( a ), if a finance charge was included, there should be no late payments on this account.15USC 1681a ( 2 ) ( I ) Exclusions.Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term consumer report does not include ( A ) subject to section ( 1681s3 ) of this title, any ( i ) report containing information solely as to transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report INQUIRES ) EQUIFAX, EXPERIAN AND TRANSUNION-

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-09 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I regularly monitor my credit report because my credit score is very important to me, and I continue to see inaccurate and false information appearing on it. This has been a recurring issue that has not been corrected despite the multiple times Ive brought it to your attention. It is incredibly stressful and exhausting, and these ongoing inaccuracies are unfairly harming both my life and my credit score.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-09 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
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.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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