vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax for failing to properly investigaie my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report.

Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation.

This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax '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. 2025-CFPB-0002 ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Equifax complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation.

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 2025-03-07 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against XXXX, XXXX, and Equifax for failing to properly investigaie my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report.

Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation.

This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax '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. 2025-CFPB-0002 ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Equifax complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation.

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 2025-03-07 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 submitting this complaint to request the deletion of a specific account from my credit report with Experian Information Solutions XXXX due to inaccurate and inconsistent information, based on my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ). 
Details of the Account in Dispute : Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX Incorrect information identified in reports from all three credit bureaus. 
Legal Grounds for Information Deletion : Right to Accurate Information ( FCRA, Section 609 - 15 U.S.C. 1681g ) : I request that the authenticity of this account be manually verified with the original creditor, rather than relying on the automated e-OSCAR system, and that I receive a detailed explanation of the verification process.

Reinvestigation of Disputed Information ( FCRA, Section 611 - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) : Under this section, I demand a full reinvestigation of the account and immediate correction of any inaccurate information.

Deletion of Inaccurate or Unverified Information ( FCRA, Section 611 ( 5 ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( 5 ) ) : In accordance with the FCRA, if the information can not be verified, it must be removed from the report.

Responsibility of Information Furnishers ( FCRA, Section 623 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ) : The creditors inability to validate this information warrants its removal.

Compliance with Accuracy Procedures ( FCRA, Section 607 - 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ) : The inaccuracy in my report suggests a failure to adhere to required accuracy procedures.

Permissible Purposes for Access ( FCRA, Section 604 - 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) : I request confirmation that access to my report was legitimate. If it was not, I request the removal of any unauthorized data.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA, Section 1601 - 15 U.S.C. 1601 ) : TILA reinforces my right to accurate information, and the presence of this inaccurate account contradicts that right.

Supporting Case Law : In XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ), the responsibility of credit bureaus to adequately investigate consumer disputes is emphasized. XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX further reinforces the obligation to maintain reasonable procedures to ensure accuracy.

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 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Ava Finance, Inc
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to you regarding a debt that your agency claims I owe. In accordance with my rights under federal law, specifically IS USC 1692g of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I am requesting that you provide me with written validation of this debt. 
This includes, but is not limited to, the following information : 1. The amount of the debt.

2. The name of the original creditor.

3. A detailed explanation of the debt, including any interest, fees, or other charges. 
Under 15 USC 1692g, I am entitled to receive this validation before I can consider any payment. Until you provide this information, I am requesting that all collection activities cease. 
Additionally, I would like to draw your attention to 15 USC 1681q of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which prohibits the use of false pretenses to obtain consumer credit information. 
Any attempt to falsely claim a debt or to misrepresent the details of the debt would be a violation of this statute and could result in legal consequences for your agency. 
Please treat this letter as a formal dispute of the debt in question. 
Furthermore, I am requesting that you cease all communication with me regarding this matter until you have provided the requested validation. All future communications should be in writing and sent to the address listed above. 
I expect to receive this validation within 30 days of the date of this letter. Failure to provide proper validation will result in my pursuing all available legal remedies to protect my rights. 
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
It has come to my attention my personal information has been exposed in a national data breach. After reviewing my credit reports I notice some accounts I am not familiar with. have asked the CRA 's for validation of debt, however the information has not been provided. Due to my information being exposed, I have submitted a FTC complaint reporting the information i am not familiar with. 

Please find attached copy of my ID, The FTC complaint, a copy of the XXXX report showing my information being exposed in national data breach and a validation of debt Letter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against cashapp due to inadequate customer seevice and unfair practices wich violate the consumer financial protection act. Cash app failed to take effective measures to prevent fraud on their platform ; Leaving my account vulnerable XXXXns unprotected. Their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive ; They did not comply with error resolution requirements under the ( EFTA ) ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER ACT AND REGULATION E. These actions have caused a big inconvenience and financial loss and i seek appropriate redress for these violations

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Banking errors
Company: SANTANDER HOLDINGS USA, INC.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX, I noticed in my online banking account there was a fraudulent charge of {$110.00} from XXXX using my debit card information. I immediately called Santander to report this charge. The woman I spoke with asked me about a few other charges, that we also found fraudulent but used my routing and checking account number. At this point, a freeze had to be placed on my account as my debit card and checking account had been compromised. During our conversation, I specifically asked the representative about direct deposit and automatic payments. She confirmed that direct deposit would still go through as well as " normal '' bill payments ( she specifically stated, and I confirmed this meant automatic payments that had been set up that are normal monthly payments, not one time payments ). Because of this, and given it was the holiday, while also working on setting up a new checking account, I purposely left enough money in the checking account to cover the bill payments that would be coming out. On XX/XX/XXXX, I was notified by one of my credit card companies that the payment was rejected and they had charged a late fee. From XX/XX/XXXX through XXXX, a total of five ( 5 ) of my creditors had processed a payment and it was returned for account frozen. Each of them charged different fees - late fees and/or returned check fees. I called my bank on that same day when I found out the payment was returned, XX/XX/XXXX, and spoke with a man, to ask why the payments were returned. He confirmed the rep I previously spoke with provided incorrect information, but advised me to send an email to XXXX with the copy of the statements/fees charged so someone could review them and submit for a refund. I sent the email on XXXX, which included two charges, that I was aware of at the time. I then sent a 2nd email on XX/XX/XXXX, and made a phone call, as I had not heard back from anyone, with the additional fees I was notified of from my creditors. On XX/XX/XXXX, I sent a 3rd email asking for a status update, still with no response. As of XXXX, I still had not received any response or call back, as previously promised, so I called Santander again. I spoke with a rep and then a supervisor, both who said the review of refunding the fees was complete, but denied because the account was frozen and they are not responsible for that. I again explained that the issue was with the representation on XX/XX/XXXX, who advised me that those check payments would go through. I then escalated to a manager, who I had to leave a voicemail for, was told I would receive a call back within 24-48 hours. It has now been over 48 hours, with no follow-up or call back.

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 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
This letter is a formal complaint that you are reporting inaccurate and incomplete credit information. 
According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you are required by federal law to verify, through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract, any and all accounts that you post on a credit report. Otherwise anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account.

I demand to see verifiable proof ( i.e. : an original consumer contract with my signature on it ) that you have on file for the account listed below. 
Your failure to verify these accounts positively has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverifiable accounts must be removed, and if you are unable to provide me with a copy of verifiable proof, you must remove the account listed below. 
I demand that the following accounts be verified or removed immediately : Jefferson Capital System In addition, please remove all non-account holding inquiries older than 30 days and add a promotional suppression to my credit file. 
Under federal law, you have thirty ( 30 ) days to complete your reinvestigation? Be advised that the description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and completeness of the information is hereby requested as well, to be provided within fifteen ( 15 ) days of the completion of your re-investigation. 
Thank you, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Ca XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Formal Dispute Regarding Inaccurate Information on My Credit Report I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information on my credit report that I believe is harming my financial well-being. I am aware of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and request a thorough investigation into these inaccuracies, as required by federal law Recently the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed a lawsuit against Experian for its failure to properly investigate consumer disputes, citing 'sham investigations ' and other unlaw practices. These practices, as outlined by the CFPB, include ;

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Ca XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX Subject : Formal Dispute Regarding Inaccurate Information on My Credit Report I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information on my credit report that I believe is harming my financial well-being. I am aware of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and request a thorough investigation into these inaccuracies, as required by federal law Recently the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed a lawsuit against Experian for its failure to properly investigate consumer disputes, citing 'sham investigations ' and other unlaw practices. These practices, as outlined by the CFPB, include ;

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 2025-03-07 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: GA

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX XXXX, Consumer Social Security Number XXXX, Consumer Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX, Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C 1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agency, 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. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, an auto loan account opened at XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal loan account opened at XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal loan account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal loan account opened at XXXX XXXXXXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, and a collection account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX with a balance of {$530.00} that appears related to the aforementioned personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX . These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I've attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquires as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

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 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I understand the importance of removing any incorrect information from my credit report according to FCRA 605B. Could you please review the attached documents? I've observed discrepancies in several accounts, which is quite concerning to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I reviewed my credit report and noticed several inaccuracies. I sent a letter to EQUIFAX in XXXX to dispute these items. However, it has been more than 35 days, and I have not received a response from the credit bureau. This delay is a violation of 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), which requires a response within 30 days. 

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), if a consumer disputes the accuracy or completeness of any information in their file, the credit reporting agency must, at no cost, conduct a reasonable investigation, verify the disputed information, and update the file or remove inaccurate items within 30 days of receiving the notice of dispute.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-07 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: NY

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. 


FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : Account Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other 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 ) 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