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

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Reporting Agencies play a crucial role in gathering and assessing consumer credit information. However, they must exercise their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and respect for the consumers right to privacy. The banking system relies on accurate and fair credit reporting, and when these reporting methods are unfair, it undermines public trust, which is vital for the system 's stability. I never gave my explicit, written consent for these agencies to report my information, which is a violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ). This violation has led to an alleged case of identity theft, breaching 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. The accounts in question are not related to any transactions made by me.

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was created to ensure that laws and procedures are in place to protect consumers from abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices by debt collectors. In this case, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692f, which prohibits debt collectors from using unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt. Specifically, they can not collect any amounts that arent explicitly authorized by the agreement or allowed by law. Additionally, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692e, which prohibits the use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations in debt collection efforts. This includes using deceptive methods to collect a debt or gather consumer information. Moreover, they are forbidden from contacting consumers at inconvenient times or places, or engaging in behavior that harasses or abuses consumers.

In this case, the company has harassed me by claiming I owe a debt that I do not recognize as my responsibility. They have also contacted me at inconvenient times and places, in violation of the law. 

Disputed Accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Reporting Agencies play a crucial role in gathering and assessing consumer credit information. However, they must exercise their responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and respect for the consumers right to privacy. The banking system relies on accurate and fair credit reporting, and when these reporting methods are unfair, it undermines public trust, which is vital for the system 's stability. I never gave my explicit, written consent for these agencies to report my information, which is a violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ). This violation has led to an alleged case of identity theft, breaching 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. The accounts in question are not related to any transactions made by me.

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was created to ensure that laws and procedures are in place to protect consumers from abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices by debt collectors. In this case, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692f, which prohibits debt collectors from using unfair or unconscionable means to collect a debt. Specifically, they can not collect any amounts that arent explicitly authorized by the agreement or allowed by law. Additionally, the company has violated 15 U.S. Code 1692e, which prohibits the use of false, deceptive, or misleading representations in debt collection efforts. This includes using deceptive methods to collect a debt or gather consumer information. Moreover, they are forbidden from contacting consumers at inconvenient times or places, or engaging in behavior that harasses or abuses consumers.

In this case, the company has harassed me by claiming I owe a debt that I do not recognize as my responsibility. They have also contacted me at inconvenient times and places, in violation of the law. 

Disputed Accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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:
TransUnion continues to report accounts that are inaccurate, unverifiable, and improperly coded under Metro 2 guidelines. Despite multiple disputes, they have verified accounts without providing any original documentation, contracts, or my signature.

They are also using stall tactics by applying the remark meets FCRA requirements, which blocks proper reinvestigation through e-OSCAR. This suppresses fair dispute processing and violates FCRA 1681i and 1681e ( b ). 

These actions are nearly identical to those that led to CFPB enforcement against TransUnion in XXXX and XXXX. They are still using the same abusive tactics to avoid compliance and continue reporting unverifiable data.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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 writing to formally request a detailed explanation of the procedures your agency followed to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information currently under dispute, pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ) Method of Verification.

Under this section of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am entitled to a clear and complete description of the reinvestigation process, including the name, address, and, if reasonably available, the telephone number of any furnisher of information that was contacted in connection with the disputed item.

Please provide this information within 15 days of receiving this request, as required by federal law and your obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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:
There are accounts listed on my credit report that I dont recognize, and since I didnt authorize them, they may be the result of identity theft. Ive raised this issue with you before, and Im following up to request that these accounts be promptly removed. Their presence has been distressing, as they do not reflect my true credit history or financial conduct. This has been a challenging situation, and Im prepared to take legal steps if necessary to correct it. These inaccuracies are blocking important financial milestones, such as buying a home and supporting my family. Im eager to see this resolved quickly.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
My information was involved in a data breach! According to According to the Fair credit reporting act Section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and us code 1681e, you are required by federal law to verify through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract- any and all accounts you post on a consumer report. Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail, email in a fraudulent account. I demand to see verifiable proof ( an original consumer contract with my signature on it ) you have on file of the accounts listed below. XXXX XXXX XXXX account {$380.00}. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX * * inquiry is not mine, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account number XXXX {$8400.00} I demand the accounts to be removed.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Ohio XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Subject : Formal Dispute of Inaccurate Bankruptcy Reporting Reference Numbers : XXXX and XXXX To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate and incomplete bankruptcy information currently being reported on my Equifax credit report under the reference numbers XXXX and XXXX. Your records show two ( 2 ) bankruptcies, but I have only filed for bankruptcy once. This duplicate entry is a clear error and is negatively impacting my credit. 

Additionally, there is no status being reported for the bankruptcy, which makes this entry both incomplete and misleading. This violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which requires all credit reporting to be accurate, complete, and verifiable. 

Your report indicates that the bankruptcy information came from the U.SXXXX Bankruptcy Court, but I have obtained official letters from the court confirming that they do not report information to credit bureaus, including Equifax. Therefore, the source and accuracy of the data you are reporting are highly questionable. 

Under Section 611 of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), I am requesting that Equifax conduct a reinvestigation into this matter and delete the inaccurate bankruptcy entry from my report. Since one bankruptcy is a duplicate and the other lacks proper status and verification, I am asking that you remove this entry entirely. 

To support my dispute, I have enclosed the following documentation : A copy of my Equifax credit report with the inaccurate entries highlighted. 
A copy of the official court letters stating they do not report to any credit bureau. 
A copy of my government-issued ID and a recent utility bill for identity verification. 

I expect a full investigation and written response within 30 days, as required by law. If this inaccurate and incomplete bankruptcy information is not corrected or deleted, I will not hesitate to file a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and explore legal remedies to protect my rights. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I've identified some accounts on my credit report that are unfamiliar to me and were not authorized. These may have resulted from identity theft. Ive contacted you about this issue in the past and am now formally requesting that these accounts be deleted from my report as soon as possible. The stress caused by their presence is significant, especially since they dont reflect my financial habits or credit history. If we cant come to a resolution, Im willing to take legal action to protect my interests. These incorrect entries are standing in the way of major financial plans, such as homeownership and providing for my family. I hope this can be resolved without delay.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Central Portfolio Control Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
Central Profolio who i already sent information and reported them to you the cfpb along with the FTC. That i was a victim of identity. Back in XX/XX/year> and in XXXX. This is the same debt that's not mines they are trying to collect on. Which is cause for investigating as Ricco violation. Which I will file if they keep bringing this up months later. After they were informed by all three credit Bureau 's that this was disputed with proper documentation of identity Theft.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to inform you that I have recently become a victim of a data breach that has compromised my personal information. This incident has caused me significant concern regarding the security of my sensitive data. Data breach has led to fraudulent accounts and debts being created in my name. I would appreciate it if you could consider this situation while reviewing my credit report and take the appropriate actions to correct any inaccuracies or fraudulent activities.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my XXXX XXXX I discovered some instances on my credit report and have always maintained on time payment on my credit card with XXXX  XXXX XXXX. Its XXXX XXXX XXXX  on time with other credit agency other than TransUnion and as I read .. section code [ XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ] not supposed to furnish such information if not true

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: Time Investment Corporation
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
This debt collector engaged in abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices of the FDCPA which it prohibits. More so they didn't follow the proper 5 step validation procedure which make this unfair practices. According to the FDCPA Im entitled to XXXX dollars per violation and clearly they violated my rights.

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

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request a detailed explanation of the procedures your agency followed to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information currently under dispute, pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ) Method of Verification.

Under this section of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am entitled to a clear and complete description of the reinvestigation process, including the name, address, and, if reasonably available, the telephone number of any furnisher of information that was contacted in connection with the disputed item.

Please provide this information within 15 days of receiving this request, as required by federal law and your obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am so displeased with the way my information was used. I was trying to buy a home for my family, and I got denied due to damages on my consumer credit report. This is defamation of my character, and it's hindering my success. I take my livelihood very seriously, and I expected you all to as well. According to 15 U.S.C & 1681, you are supposed to promote fairness and accuracy on my credit report. But all I see are fraudulent and unauthorized accounts. I have been a part of several breaches, so at this point, you all should be protecting my privacy. This is detrimental to my emotional and psychological health to the point I had to have my pastor pray for me several times. I don't have access to buy a house now. I am enforcing my rights, and I expect you to be more ethical with my information. According to 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2, not one credit reporting agency shouldn't be reporting any inaccurate information anyways due to neglect use considering that I was in breach. I need help now so I can proceed to buy my family a house.

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

Complaint narrative:
I am so displeased with the way my information was used. I was trying to buy a home for my family, and I got denied due to damages on my consumer credit report. This is defamation of my character, and it's hindering my success. I take my livelihood very seriously, and I expected you all to as well. According to 15 U.S.C & 1681, you are supposed to promote fairness and accuracy on my credit report. But all I see are fraudulent and unauthorized accounts. I have been a part of several breaches, so at this point, you all should be protecting my privacy. This is detrimental to my emotional and psychological health to the point I had to have my pastor pray for me several times. I don't have access to buy a house now. I am enforcing my rights, and I expect you to be more ethical with my information. According to 15 U.S. Code 1681s-2, not one credit reporting agency shouldn't be reporting any inaccurate information anyways due to neglect use considering that I was in breach. I need help now so I can proceed to buy my family a house.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-03 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
These entries remain unverified and questionable. Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal law.

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

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my XXXX XXXX, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and XXXX ( 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 ( XXXX XXXX Code XXXX ) 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