vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I AM FORMALLY REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS CURRENTLY LISTED ON MY CREDIT REPORT. I DID NOT AUTHORIZE THESE ACCOUNTS, AND THEIR INCLUSION REPRESENTS A SERIOUS BREACH OF MY PERSONAL AND FINANCIAL SECURITY. THESE ENTRIES ARE FALSE AND INACCURATE, AND THEIR PRESENCE IS DAMAGING TO THE INTEGRITY OF MY CREDIT FILE. I URGE YOU TO TAKE IMMEDIATE CORRECTIVE ACTION BY PERMANENTLY DELETING THESE ACCOUNTS FROM MY REPORT TO ENSURE ITS ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ( FCRA ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY CONSISTENT PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE MAINTAINED A RECORD OF TIMELY PAYMENTS, AND THIS NEGATIVE ENTRY IS CLEARLY A MISTAKE THAT UNJUSTLY HARMS MY CREDIT PROFILE. THIS ACCOUNT WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD BE REPORTED ACCURATELY. UNDER THE TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ), 15 U.S. CODE 1666 ( B ), THIS IS CONSIDERED A BILLING ERROR, AND I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO CONDUCT A PROMPT INVESTIGATION INTO THIS DISCREPANCY AND UPDATE THE ACCOUNT TO REFLECT ITS CORRECT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
b'I am submitting this follow up complaint in accordance with my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), 15 U.S. Code  1681 et seq., regarding inaccurate and unverifiable information being reported by several furnishers to the credit bureaus, as well as unauthorized inquiries appearing on my credit reports.\nThe following charge-off accounts are being reported on my credit files without proper verification or documentation: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

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 2025-07-31 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute several items on my Experian credit report, which I reviewed on XX/XX/year> The following accounts have violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681 and must be deleted immediately : 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 XXXXXXXX Upon review, I found multiple inaccuracies and unverifiable entries. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : - 15 USC 1681e ( b ) : CRAs must ensure maximum possible accuracy.

- 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ) : Inaccurate/incomplete data must be promptly deleted or corrected.

- 15 USC 1681s-2 : Data furnishers can not report info they know ( or should know ) is false. 
These unauthorized, fraudulent, or closed accounts are harming my credit profile and violating my rights. 
I demand the removal of all closed accounts that report negative history, unverifiable data, or outdated information. 
These no longer serve a valid purpose in creditworthiness evaluation. 
Failure to respond within a reasonable timeframe will result in complaints to the FTC, State Attorney General, and possible legal action under FCRA and FDCPA. 
Please process this dispute and send me an updated copy 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I have identified serious billing errors under 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) on my credit report, including unverified late payment marks and the creditor 's failure to accurately reflect payments and credits. Despite my prior formal request for evidence substantiating these late marks, the creditor has failed to provide any legally required proof of investigation or verification. Furthermore, the creditor did not issue a proper billing statement at least 21 days before the due date, as mandated by law, rendering any late payment reporting invalid. This blatant disregard for accurate reporting is unacceptable. I demand that these inaccuracies be immediately corrected by updating the items to 'Paid as Agreed ' or removing them entirely from my credit report.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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:
I am submitting a follow up complaint regarding inaccurate and unauthorized items appearing on my credit report. I have not received proper validation of this debt. I do not believe the amount is accurate. I request a full investigation and removal of this item if it can not be substantiated with full documentation and proof of ownership XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance Owed : {$2600.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$120.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$1500.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance Owed : {$0.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance Owed : {$6800.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance Owed : {$2700.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Balance Owed : {$2000.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Managing, opening, or closing your mobile wallet account — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
So can I shop I'll shut down my account and says it's a community rights violation they can't tell me which one it is or why then they say that I can make a new account and I've tried that and they block that account I can not literally not have an account and I don't know why they won't tell me why

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK USA
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year> I purchased bag online. When I received the box from vendor it was empty. I opened a claim right away with my credit card company and after a while it was denied. I called back and was told my an employee that the case was supposed to be closed in my favor and that it was an error. I re-opened the dispute and received the same outcome. I called again and an employee explained the information hadnt been reviewed prior to the closure and recommended that I file a formal complaint. I was contacted to file the complaint and I let them know I simply wanted the dispute closed in my favor as I never received the item I paid for. I was assured it would be fixed when re-opened the third time and I just received notice that they found me liable to pay. I provided photos of the box, condition of the box. I agreed to sign a legal document that the bag was never received and never had anyone contact me back without the case closing after months of no follow up.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, SYNCB ( Finance ) conducted a credit inquiry on my report without my authorization or consent. I did not apply for credit or initiate any transaction with this company that would justify such an inquiry. I am requesting that this unauthorized inquiry be removed from my credit report immediately.

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 2025-07-31 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date of Birth : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Subject : Request for Blocking and Deletion of Fraudulent Accounts Under 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ) To Whom it May Concern, I am writing to formally request the blocking and deletion of all fraudulent accounts and inquiries associated with my credit report, as I am a victim of identity theft resulting from the Equifax Data Breach . Pursuant to 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ), I am entitled to have any fraudulent information blocked from my credit report. 


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Please consider this letter my official notification. I request that you take the following actions immediately : 1. Block and delete any accounts, inquiries, or other information that were established or recorded as a result of identity theft.

2. Provide written confirmation that these fraudulent items have been blocked and deleted.

3. Ensure my credit report accurately reflects only legitimate accounts and inquiries.

Enclosed are the following documents to support my request : A copy of my government-issued ID ( e.g., drivers license ).

Proof of address ( e.g., utility bill ). 
A signed affidavit of identity theft ( if required ) - And my Social Card.

As required by law, I expect these fraudulent items to be blocked within four business days of your receipt of this request, as outlined in 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ) ( 2 ).

I trust that this matter will handle promptly and in compliance with federal law.

I hank you much for your immediate attention to this urgent matter. 


XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date of Birth : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Subject : Request for Blocking and Deletion of Fraudulent Accounts Under 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ) To Whom it May Concern, I am writing to formally request the blocking and deletion of all fraudulent accounts and inquiries associated with my credit report, as I am a victim of identity theft resulting from the Equifax Data Breach . Pursuant to 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ), I am entitled to have any fraudulent information blocked from my credit report. 


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Please consider this letter my official notification. I request that you take the following actions immediately : 1. Block and delete any accounts, inquiries, or other information that were established or recorded as a result of identity theft.

2. Provide written confirmation that these fraudulent items have been blocked and deleted.

3. Ensure my credit report accurately reflects only legitimate accounts and inquiries.

Enclosed are the following documents to support my request : A copy of my government-issued ID ( e.g., drivers license ).

Proof of address ( e.g., utility bill ). 
A signed affidavit of identity theft ( if required ) - And my Social Card.

As required by law, I expect these fraudulent items to be blocked within four business days of your receipt of this request, as outlined in 15 USC 1681c-2 ( a ) ( 2 ).

I trust that this matter will handle promptly and in compliance with federal law.

I hank you much for your immediate attention to this urgent matter. 


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 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Getting a loan or lease — Changes in terms mid-deal or after closing
Company: American Credit Acceptance, LLC
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
I was approved by American Credit Acceptance, gave a down payment of XXXX and was allowed to take the car. Days later, they claimed I must now agree to different terms or return the car. I wont return it without my full down payment back immediately. Ive already contacted their customer care team.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed
Company: CCS Financial Services, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> Credit Collection Services XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, MA XXXX Phone : ( XXXX ) XXXX Re : Cease and Desist Account # XXXX To Whom It May Concern : This letter is a formal notice pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ). I am requesting that you cease all communication with me immediately regarding the alleged debt associated with the above-referenced account. 

I am aware of my rights under the FDCPA, and I do not wish to be contacted by your company or any affiliates through phone calls, letters, emails, text messages, or any other form of communication. 

This request applies to all communication attempts, including but not limited to : Collection calls Voicemail messages Written correspondence Electronic messages Be advised that continued contact after receipt of this notice is a violation of federal law and may result in a complaint being filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and the state Attorney Generals office.

If you believe that you are entitled to contact me for any reason permitted by law ( such as providing notice of legal action ), you may do so in writing only, and only for those specific, legally allowed purposes. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Financial Recovery Services, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
am filing a complaint against Financial Recovery Services XXXX XXXX XXXX for continuing to report an account on my credit file that has not been verified within the legally required time frame. 
On XX/XX/year>, I submitted a written debt validation request pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g. The company responded with an incomplete billing summary, which did not include : 1. A copy of the original contract or agreement that initiated this debt, with my signature.

2. A copy of the flow agreement or servicing agreement between all entities that have handled or are handling this debt.

3. The bill of sale, assignment, or transfer agreement that proves Financial Recovery Services , Inc. has legal
standing to collect on this debt.

4. A complete chain of title, documenting every transfer of ownership or assignment from the original creditor to your company.

5. A copy of the purchase agreement for this debt, if applicable.

6. Proof that the debt has not been securitized, or if it has, full disclosure of its securitization details and your legal standing to collect.

7. A detailed list of all payments, including dates, amounts, and how each payment was applied.

8. Documentation confirming whether any insurance claim or guarantee was made or paid out related to this debt.

9. Any written agreement showing I agreed to pay this specific creditor or debt This response does not meet federal validation requirements. In addition, I submitted disputes with the credit bureaus, and under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), they were required to verify or delete the item within 30 days. It has now been over 60 days, and the item remains on my credit report.

I have made multiple attempts to resolve this issue and provided sufficient time to respond. The failure to validate or remove the tradeline is a clear violation of my consumer rights.

I am demanding that Financial Recovery Services XXXX XXXX XXXX immediately delete the account from all credit bureaus, and that the CFPB hold them accountable for non-compliance.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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: Ability Recovery Services, LLC
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I had visits at XXXX XXXX XXXX. I keep getting a calls for collecting the amount i told them i have a XXXX now they didn't listen

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 2025-07-31 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I recently looked at my credit report and found multiple accounts that I do not recognize and did not approve. This makes me concerned about my private information, which I have not allowed anyone to use. As a victim of identity theft, I urgently ask for the immediate removal of these fraudulent accounts from my credit report. My private personal information may have been leaked in a data breach. I have mentioned the fraudulentaccountsbelow. XXXX/DOFED XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : XXXX XXXX/DOFED XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : 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 2025-07-31 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as my formal notice of dispute concerning certain account listed on my credit report that I believe was accessed or reported without a permissible purpose as required under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S. Code 1681b. Under the FCRA, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only under specific, lawful purposes listed in 1681b ( a ). Any entity that accessed my credit file without my authorization or without a valid legal reason has done so in violation of this federal law.

Upon reviewing my credit reports, I found entries that I did not authorize, nor did I initiate any transaction that would justify such access. These unauthorized entries violate 1681b ( f ), which prohibits users from obtaining a consumer report without a permissible purpose.

Legal Precedent : In the case of Sterling v. Mercantile Adjustment Bureau , LLC, 2010 WL 4941456 ( W.D.N.Y. ), the court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, stating that a credit report pulled without a valid permissible purpose under FCRA constitutes a willful violation, which is actionable.

Furthermore, multiple credit bureaus were defendants in recent lawsuits filed in XXXX for re-reporting or permitting access to consumer reports after the accounts were removed, which is also considered a willful disregard of consumer rights. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-31 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: WA

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting immediate deletion of the disputed item and escalation to an Equifax compliance supervisor. If this matter is not resolved promptly, I will be petitioning the Office of the Inspector General ( OIG ) and seek congressional assistance XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation