vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX 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. 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 Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX DE XXXX ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$9000.00} XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX - Account Number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$250.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00}

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 2025-06-16 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute an account that has been incorrectly added to my credit report. This account does not belong to me it appears to be a result of mixed or merged credit file information, and I need it resolved immediately.

Let me be absolutely clear : this account is someone elses, and it has nothing to do with me. I have never opened this account, never been associated with the company in question, and never authorized any activity tied to it.

This kind of mistake is unacceptable. It is damaging my credit through no fault of my own, and it's your responsibility to ensure that data reported under my name is accurate, verifiable, and belongs solely to me as required under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Section 607 ( b ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

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 l
aw.

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 2025-06-16 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: IL

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

1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX  credit reporting agency, block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within XXXX 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 Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX IL XXXX ACCOUNTS : XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$5600.00} XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00}

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 2025-06-16 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:
I recently checked my credit reports and noticed billing errors, incomplete, and inaccurate information. You are in serious violation of the United States Code Law ( TILA ) 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ), billing error.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Apt XXXX Grapevine, XXXX TX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Telephone : XXXX Re : Security Freeze Request Dear Sir/Madam, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Social Security XXXX XXXX, a resident of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Apt XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TX XXXX, submit this affidavit to request a security freeze on my credit report. Pursuant to my rights under applicable federal and state laws, including but not limited to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and any other relevant regulations, I hereby formally request that a Security Freeze be placed on my credit file immediately. 

Affidavit : Applicant Identification : Full Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Social Security Number : XXXX Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX Current Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Apt XXXX Grapevine, XXXX TX XXXX Security Freeze Request : o I request that a security freeze be placed on my credit report to prevent unauthorized third-party access, except for those legally authorized or with my explicit consent. 
o This freeze should remain in place until I personally request its removal in writing, in compliance with applicable legal requirements. 
Attached Documentation : I have attached the following documents to verify my identity and process my request : o A copy of my drivers license or government-issued ID. 
o A copy of a recent utility bill or bank statement confirming my current address. 
o A copy of my Social Security XXXX. 
Affirmation : I declare under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this affidavit is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. This request is made in good faith to protect my credit information. 
Confirmation Request : I hereby request written confirmation of the receipt and implementation of this security freeze request. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I recently applied for a loan and noticed a loan on my credit report from XXXX that was not mine. These have since been removed ; however, they have been added in XXXX of my loans XXXX, both to Equifax and XXXX. I DO NOT HAVE XXXX {$28000.00} loans. I have XXXX {$28000.00} loan and XXXX {$2500.00} loan ( these are not exact amounts, as they change monthly as I pay on them ). The {$28000.00} loan has the same account number but is listed XXXX in each of those credit reports and should only be listed XXXX  because it appears that I have XXXX {$28000.00} loans and I do not. 

I would like this corrected immediately, as the XXXX  dispute took XXXX days, and now the XXXX XXXX will take XXXX days. I had a hard check on my credit to purchase a home, which only lasts XXXX days, so I would take another hit, which would lower my score. As a consumer, it is unfair to correct their mistakes in a timeframe that could prove non-beneficial to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I recently applied for a loan and noticed a loan on my credit report from XXXX that was not mine. These have since been removed ; however, they have been added in XXXX of my loans XXXX both to XXXX  and Experian. I DO NOT HAVE XXXX {$28000.00} loans. I have XXXX {$28000.00} loan and XXXX {$2500.00} loan ( these are not exact amounts, as they change monthly as I pay on them ). The {$28000.00} loan has the same account number but is listed XXXX in each of those credit reports and should only be listed XXXX because it appears that I have XXXX {$28000.00} loans and I do not. 

I would like this corrected immediately, as the XXXX  dispute took XXXX days, and now the XXXX XXXX  will take XXXX days. I had a hard check on my credit to purchase a home, which only lasts XXXX days, so I would take another hit, which would lower my score. As a consumer, it is unfair to correct their mistakes in a timeframe that could prove non-beneficial to me.

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 2025-06-16 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: Financial Recoveries, Inc.
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
All XXXX accounts were opened on XX/XX/XXXX The amounts were # XXXX {$660.00} # XXXX {$6000.00} # XXXX {$16000.00} My credit report says that Financial Recovery inc. is the original creditor. Which is false verve credit union is the original creditors. these XXXX accounts were charged off in XXXX with the auto mobile being voluntarily surrendered. 

These accounts are showing open balances that continually increase showing that I owe almost double what the original agreement was. Hindering my business from progressing. I was told that what they have done to my credit report is illegal. How can there be an open balance on a charge off from a company that I never had any agreement or business with. 15 us code 1681 has been violated multiple times while the company is trying to gain interest on an account that was illegally transferred and obtained by them.

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 2025-06-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX 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. 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 Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX TX XXXX ACCOUNTS XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1800.00} INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX 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 2025-06-16 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. 

Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
COMPLAINT SUMMARY Equifax is violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) through systematic failures in dispute investigations and inaccurate credit reporting practices. 

SPECIFIC VIOLATIONS : XXXX. INADEQUATE INVESTIGATIONS ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ) Equifax fails to conduct reasonable reinvestigations, using automated systems that merely forward disputes to creditors without meaningful review. 
XXXX. DEFICIENT INVESTIGATION REPORTING ( XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( B ) ) Form letters fail to adequately describe investigation procedures used, violating requirements for detailed investigation results. 
XXXX. IMPROPER REINSERTION PRACTICES ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( B ) ) Previously deleted errors are reinserted without proper data furnisher certification or required consumer notification. 
XXXX. CHARGED-OFF ACCOUNT MISREPORTING ( XXXX U.S.C. XXXX ( b ) ) Continuous updates to charged-off accounts with new reporting dates and inflated balances violate accuracy requirements. 

RECENT ENFORCEMENT ACTION The CFPB issued an order on XX/XX/year>, requiring Equifax to pay {$15.00} XXXX for failing to thoroughly investigate consumer disputes and putting previously deleted errors back on credit reports. 

HARM SUFFERED Denial of credit applications Higher borrowing costs Damage to credit score Emotional distress from ongoing violations RESOLUTION REQUESTED XXXX. Perform genuine, thorough and reasonable account level investigations per FCRA requirements with proof and evidence XXXX. Remove all inaccurate and unverifiable information provided XXXX. Stop improper reinsertion of deleted items XXXX. Compensate for damages caused by violations

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed with XXXX, XXXX  and XXXX  regarding several accounts which I found inaccurate. Up to date, I have received no response nor proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports badly hurt my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Despite my numerous attempts to address the presence of fraudulent, inaccurate, and misleading information on my consumer report, the issue remains unresolved and continues to cause severe disruption to my financial well-being. The inclusion of these unauthorized items has profoundly impacted my life, causing significant stress, anxiety, and tangible financial harm including denial of credit applications and increased interest rates on existing accounts. It is crucial to reiterate that I did not authorize or consent to the association of this information with my name, as I have fallen victim to identity theft, and the continued presence of these items represents a clear violation of my consumer rights under federal law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: AR

Complaint narrative:
I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THESE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS I DID NOT AUTHORIZE THEIR INCLUSION. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THIS INACCURATE INFORMATION BE DELETED PROMPTLY TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY AND INTEGRITY OF MY CREDIT FILE.

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 2025-06-16 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
I RESPECTFULLY REQUEST THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THESE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS I DID NOT AUTHORIZE THEIR INCLUSION. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THIS INACCURATE INFORMATION BE DELETED PROMPTLY TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY AND INTEGRITY OF MY CREDIT FILE.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: LA

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-16 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: MD

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 ] Account Number : [ XXXX ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] Account Number : [ XXXX ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX XXXX ] Account Number : [ XXXX ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX 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 non-monetary relief