vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
My credit report shows inquiries that I do not recognize. I never applied to these companies, nor did I grant permission for my credit report to be accessed. These inquiries were made without my authorization and represent a clear violation of my rights as a consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
A few weeks ago, I submitted dispute letters directly to all three credit bureaus regarding inaccurate items on my credit report. These inaccuracies are clear violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and the bureaus are legally obligated to investigate and correct them. I have received responses suggesting I am using a third-party service, which is false. I am the sole author and sender of these disputes, and I have not enlisted the help of any credit repair company or outside entity.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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:
I am submitting this complaint against the three major credit bureausXXXX Equifax, and XXXXfor ongoing, systemic violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and failure to comply with Metro 2 Format and XXXX industry standards. 

Despite submitting multiple disputes concerning inaccurate, unverifiable, and/or outdated negative items on my credit reports, the credit bureaus have consistently responded with vague verified as accurate outcomeswithout producing a single shred of documentary evidence or conducting a lawful investigation as required under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ). 

Instead, they rely on the deeply flawed and automated e-OSCAR system, which merely forwards dispute codes to furnishers and accepts their response without independent verification. This practice has been widely criticized by the CFPB and ruled inadequate in court. 

Violations and Legal Basis : The following violations form the basis of this complaint : 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) Failure to maintain reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) Failure to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ) Furnisher failure to correct or delete disputed information Metro 2 and XXXX  Guidelines Failure to comply with reporting format and data integrity standards Further, the credit bureaus use of e-OSCAR has been ruled insufficient in legal precedent : " A credit reporting agency may not rely blindly on the [ furnisher 's ] investigation. The agency has an obligation to conduct a reasonable investigation itself. '' XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) These harms are measurable, preventable, and attributable to willful negligence and disregard of consumer protection law. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Relief Requested : I am requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take appropriate supervisory or enforcement action and require XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX  to : Immediately delete all negative items previously disputed that can not be verified with complete documentation Cease reporting unverifiable data and require original source validation for all disputes Re-review investigation procedures and prohibit reliance solely on e-OSCAR as a substitute for human reinvestigation Certify in writing that corrective actions have been taken and notify all furnishers and third-party users of the updated information

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 00:00:00
Product: Mortgage — FHA mortgage
Issue: Trouble during payment process — Fees charged
Company: M&T BANK CORPORATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
M & T Bank provided a contract with my signature on it. Im requesting the complete contract and closing documents pertaining to my closing with Guarantee Rate.

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 2025-09-10 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
This letter is a formal notice of dispute under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) regarding inaccurately reported late payment dates on the above-referenced account appearing in my credit file. 
The reported derogatory payment data is factually and legally incorrect and constitutes a violation of my rights under multiple federal statutes. 
Creditor Name : [ XXXX XXXX ] Account Number : [ XXXX ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] Account Number : [ 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 2025-09-10 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the accuracy and legality of the collection account being reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX regarding an alleged XXXX XXXX XXXX balance. This account must be deleted immediately for the following reasons : 1. Improper Reinsertion of Deleted Account ( FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ) ) This collection account was previously deleted from my credit report after investigation. It has now been reinserted without proper notice or certification. Under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), if an item is deleted because it can not be verified, it can not be reinserted unless the furnisher certifies the information is accurate. The credit bureau is also required to provide me written notice within 5 business days of reinsertion. I never received such notice. This reinsertion is a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 2. Failure to Provide Proper Validation ( FDCPA 809 ( b ) ) XXXX XXXX XXXX has not produced proper validation of the alleged debt. The only documentation provided was a self-generated balance summary that does not establish liability. They have failed to provide : A signed contract or service agreement showing I am legally responsible for this account, An itemized billing history from XXXX XXXX proving the balance, and Proof of legal assignment showing their right to collect. Without this, the debt remains unverified. 3. Furnishing Inaccurate Information ( FCRA 1681s-2, 1681i ) Despite the lack of proper validation and my dispute, XXXX continues to furnish this account to Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. By reporting the account as active and disputed without full validation, they are furnishing incomplete and misleading information in violation of the FCRA. 4. Consumer Harm This inaccurate collection account is causing significant damage to my credit profile and financial opportunities. XXXX  unlawful actions are creating ongoing harm. Requested Action I am requesting that : The XXXX XXXX XXXX account be immediately deleted from all of my credit reports ; The credit bureaus provide me with a copy of any certification submitted by XXXX that led to the reinsertion ( if one exists ) ; XXXX XXXX XXXX cease all collection activity until proper, verifiable documentation is produced ; CFPB take action to ensure XXXX XXXX XXXX and the credit bureaus comply with FDCPA and FCRA requirements. Unless full validation is provided, this debt must be treated as unverified and permanently removed under federal law. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to delete the following information in my file. The items I need deleted are listed in the report.I am a victim of identity theft and did not make the charge. I ask that the items be deleted to correct my credit report.I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and I also have enclosed copies of the Federal Trade Commissions Identity Theft Affidavit. Please delete the items as soon as possible.

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 2025-09-10 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:
Hi, I noticed I've been a victim of identity theft, and my personal information was exposed in a national data breach. I am contacting you regarding fraudulent accounts that have been reported on my credit report. 

Under the authority of 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2, I am formally requesting that you block and remove from my credit report all information that resulted from this identity theft, including any fraudulent accounts, inquiries, or collections that do not belong to me. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX  account number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX account number : XXXXXXXX XXXX please remove the following inaccurate names from credit report XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX please remove the following addresses from credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  please remove the following hard inquires from credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX

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 2025-09-10 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I have submitted multiple formal dispute letters to Experian Information Solutions Inc. regarding inaccurate and unverifiable information on my credit report ( see attached copies ). Despite clear legal notice, Experian Information Solutions Inc. continues to willfully report inaccurate data in violation of FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), 1681i, and FDCPA 1692e and 1692f. I have exhausted all attempts to resolve this matter directly with the credit bureau. I now request the CFPB to investigate and enforce compliance.

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 2025-09-10 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this dispute because unauthorized and inaccurate accounts are being reported on my credit file. I did not open or approve these accounts, nor was I notified of their addition. To make matters worse, the information is being reported inconsistently across the three credit bureaus, which violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), requiring agencies to maintain maximum possible accuracy. 

This also breaches 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates that disputed information be investigated and corrected or deleted within 30 days, as well as 15 U.S.C. 1681g, which gives me the right to accurate and complete file disclosures. 

I have enclosed documents verifying my identity and demonstrating that these accounts are both inaccurate and unauthorized.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelles handling of disputes, particularly in light of 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 CFPBs 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 2025-09-10 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
The fair resolution is the permanent deletion of all inaccurate late payment entries for the listed accounts, as no proper billing notices or due date documentation were ever provided. I am requesting a full reinvestigation, deletion of any unverifiable late payments, and issuance of a corrected credit report with written confirmation. 

Account XXXX : XXXX. XXXX Account XXXX : XXXX XXXX. XXXX Account 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-10 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint against the three major credit bureausExperian, XXXX, and XXXX ongoing, systemic violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and failure to comply with Metro 2 Format and XXXX industry standards. 

Despite submitting multiple disputes concerning inaccurate, unverifiable, and/or outdated negative items on my credit reports, the credit bureaus have consistently responded with vague verified as accurate outcomeswithout producing a single shred of documentary evidence or conducting a lawful investigation as required under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ). 

Instead, they rely on the deeply flawed and automated e-OSCAR system, which merely forwards dispute codes to furnishers and accepts their response without independent verification. This practice has been widely criticized by the CFPB and ruled inadequate in court. 

Violations and Legal Basis : The following violations form the basis of this complaint : 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) Failure to maintain reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) Failure to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ) Furnisher failure to correct or delete disputed information Metro 2 and XXXX  Guidelines Failure to comply with reporting format and data integrity standards Further, the credit bureaus use of e-OSCAR has been ruled insufficient in legal precedent : " A credit reporting agency may not rely blindly on the [ furnisher 's ] investigation. The agency has an obligation to conduct a reasonable investigation itself. '' XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) These harms are measurable, preventable, and attributable to willful negligence and disregard of consumer protection law. 

XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number XXXX Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Relief Requested : I am requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take appropriate supervisory or enforcement action and require Experian, XXXX, and XXXX  to : Immediately delete all negative items previously disputed that can not be verified with complete documentation Cease reporting unverifiable data and require original source validation for all disputes Re-review investigation procedures and prohibit reliance solely on e-OSCAR as a substitute for human reinvestigation Certify in writing that corrective actions have been taken and notify all furnishers and third-party users of the updated information

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 2025-09-10 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: KS

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX 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. These fraudulent accounts are a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, and a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX. I've attached a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts as reported. The aforementioned accounts appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. The aforementioned accounts are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that the aforementioned consumer credit account is the result of identity theft and fraud. I request, pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), that the Experian credit reporting agency block all of the accounts, collections, and hard inquiries identified in this CFPB complaint from my consumer credit file within 4 business days of receiving said complaint. I request that all written confirmation regarding this CFPB complaint be sent to me via email to the email address 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 2025-09-10 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading 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 2025-09-10 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
to : Experian XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX TransUnion XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute certain information that appears on my credit report. This letter serves as a request under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ), for your agency to conduct a reasonable investigation into the accuracy and validity of all items you currently report under my file that can not be verified. 
According to the FCRA, you are obligated to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of any disputed information and delete any information that is found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. Specifically, under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ), if, after reinvestigation, an item of information is found to be inaccurate or can not be verified, you are required to promptly delete that item from the consumers file. 
I am not required to identify which specific items are unverifiable, but I am exercising my right to request a reinvestigation and removal of any and all accounts or entries that can not be verified within the time allowed by law. As stipulated in 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), you must complete this investigation within 30 days of receipt of this dispute. 
Please provide me with the results of your reinvestigation in writing, including a revised copy of my credit report reflecting any changes made. If any information is verified, I request a description of the procedure used to determine the accuracy and the name, address, and telephone number of the furnisher that was contacted. 
This is a formal notice. Please consider this letter a demand for full compliance with your responsibilities under federal law. 
Sincerely, [ XXXX XXXX ] [ Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX ] [ Last Four Digits of SSN : 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