vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: WY

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX and XXXX a scam by someone pretending to be XXXX XXXX hacked my phone and gain access to my checking account and my passwords. They used my phone to make mobile deposits to my checking account in the amount of one for {$10.00} one for {$110.00}, {$150.00}, {$150.00} these were all deposited on XX/XX/year> and then they used XXXX XXXX  and XXXX to then take {$400.00} in cash out on XX/XX/year>. The checks they deposited into my account were altered and fictitious. Then again on XX/XX/year> they again made mobile deposits to my account for {$160.00}, {$160.00}, {$160.00} and again used XXXX XXXX and XXXX  to take {$400.00} in cash out of my checking account. Then they made a purchase to XXXX for {$81.00}. I immediately reported the transactions to the bank which they refunded the {$81.00} back to my account but told me the deposits would need to be turned in to the fraud department on Monday which I did but they said the check on the XXXX cleared and there was nothing the could do but they opened a case on the three {$160.00} dollar checks. I informed them that I had turned all the information of the scam to the Federal Trade Commission, XXXXXXXX XXXX, and XXXX and cases were filed. The check from XX/XX/XXXX and XXXX all were returned they were all altered and fictitious. I asked for a formal review, I made a complaint with the executive branch at Wells Fargo they just keep telling me they dont see where I lost anything do to this scam even though the know they took the {$800.00} cash withdrawals using XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX. They are not even investigating it.

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 2025-09-16 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing two unauthorized hard inquiries placed by XXXX XXXX on my Experian credit file dated XX/XX/year>. 

When I visited the dealership, I was told on multiple occasions that they will do a soft pull from Experian. I specifically confirmed the credit check would be a soft inquiry only. Their representative, XXXX, assured me it would ONLY be a Soft Pull with Experian. I relied on this assurance and signed their paperwork. 

Despite their promises, two hard inquiries appeared on my Experian report. 

I contacted the dealership directly, as Experian advised. The owner admitted : That I was told it would only be a soft pull. 

That they have footage of the conversation confirming their representative promised a soft inquiry. 

However, the dealership refused to provide written authorization to remove the inquiries. Instead, they told me to dispute with Experian and said they would only provide signed documentation if Experian contacted them. 

This amounts to misrepresentation and obtaining my credit report under false pretenses, in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA 604 ). 


Evidence I am providing : Transcript excerpts from my recording of the dealership owner stating it would be a soft pull. Then later expressing it is a hard inquiry. 

Statement from the owner confirming they have footage of the conversation. 

Screenshot of my Experian credit report showing the two hard inquiries. 

Copy of the letter and evidence sheet I submitted to Experian.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX is falsely reporting on my credit. I have never had any accounts with them. Per my research XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX is a debt collector. They are falsely reporting on my credit!! Account number is XXXX is falsely reporting to my credit file and is against my rights and fair credit act. Under U.S Code 1618d - Disclosure of investigation consumer report ; you are in violation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following inaccurate and unverifiable information on my credit report. I have attached copies of document and request letter to support my claim.

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 2025-09-16 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C. 
1681c2 ) that you, the TransUnion credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS : XXXX - Account Number : XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$0.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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:
To Equifax, This is an uncompromising CFPB complaint demanding urgent and immediate action. Under the strict and non-negotiable provisions of FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), Equifax is ordered to block and remove the fraudulent information on my credit report within an inflexible deadline of four business days upon receipt of this complaint. The fraudulent accounts, which must be eradicated without hesitation, are : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. These fraudulent accounts have resulted in unauthorized hard inquiries and false collections tarnishing my FICO credit report. I emphatically reject any insinuations that I authorized these accounts, emphasizing that they are irrefutable evidence of identity theft and fraud. Enclosed is the FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint ( # XXXX ), undisputed documentation from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission proving the fraudulent nature of these accounts, collections, and inquiries. Failure to act with immediate and decisive force to block and obliterate this fictitious information from my credit report will not be tolerated. Should Equifax fail to respond within the stated time frame, be prepared for relentless and aggressive legal action to enforce my rights under the FCRA. This is a final directive, not a request.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
[ Your Name ] [ Your Address ] [ City, State, ZIP Code ] [ Date ] [ Debt Collectors Name ] [ Debt Collectors Address ] [ City, State, ZIP Code ] Re : Cease and Desist Notice / Account # [ Insert if known ] To Whom It May Concern, Pursuant to my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ) ), I hereby demand that you cease all communication with me immediately regarding the alleged debt referenced above. 

I do not wish to receive phone calls, letters, emails, or any other form of contact from your agency, except as allowed by law, such as to : Confirm that you will stop contacting me, or Notify me of specific legal action you intend to take. 

Please be advised that any further communication beyond what is legally permitted will be considered harassment and a violation of the FDCPA. Should you continue to contact me, I will document all instances and may pursue legal remedies, including reporting your actions to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my state Attorney Generals office. 

Thank you for your cooperation. 

Sincerely, [ Your Full Legal Name ] [ Your Signature ]

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 2025-09-16 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:
I am writing pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), particularly Section 605B [ 15 U.S. Code 1681c2 ], which mandates that consumer reporting agencies must block and remove all information resulting from identity theft within 4 business days of receiving appropriate proof. 
I am a victim of identity theft, and fraudulent activity has been reported on my credit file as a result of a data breach. I did not authorize, open, or benefit from the following accounts or credit inquiries, which were made without my knowledge or consent. I am attaching a copy of my FTC Identity Theft Report, valid ID, and proof of address as supporting documentation for this dispute. 
I am requesting an immediate investigation and permanent deletion of the following fraudulent accounts, as they are causing unjust harm to my credit profile. 
Disputed Closed or Charged-Off Accounts : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this formal dispute regarding inaccurate late payment entries that have appeared on my credit report without proper substantiation. My thorough examination of personal financial records reveals discrepancies between what is being reported and my actual payment history for the accounts in question. More than thirty days have elapsed since I initially contacted your organization requesting verification and documentation of these alleged delinquencies, yet no adequate response or supporting evidence has been provided. The continued reporting of these unverified late payments is damaging my credit profile and requires immediate correction to restore accuracy to my consumer 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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
My recent application for a Truist credit card was unfortunately declined. The reason provided for this denial was a 'Delinquency ' reported by XXXX . I am formally disputing this claim, as the information provided to Truist is inaccurate. XXXX  report does not have a 'Delinquency ' or a late payment.

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 2025-09-16 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this dispute because my credit report contains accounts that I did not authorize or open. I was never notified of their addition, and the information being reported is inconsistent across the credit bureaus. This violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), which requires reporting agencies to assure the maximum possible accuracy of reported information. 

These errors also violate 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which requires disputed information to be investigated and corrected or removed within 30 days, and 15 U.S.C. 1681g, which ensures consumers receive accurate disclosures of their 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 2025-09-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
The reporting of this Inquiries/charge-off/collection account is inaccurate, incomplete, and unverifiable. The furnisher has failed to provide legally required documentation proving the validity of the debt, the amount claimed, or my liability for it. Continuing to report unverifiable and inaccurate information on my credit file is a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and my consumer rights. This account is being reported in a manner that is misleading and damaging to my creditworthiness, and I dispute its accuracy in its entirety.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under XXXX USC XXXX. 

XXXX U.S.C XXXX section XXXX A. States I have the right to privacy. 

XXXX U.S.C XXXX Section XXXX A Section XXXX : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions XXXX U.S.C XXXX. ( a ) ( XXXX ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than XXXX years. 

XXXX U.S.C. XXXX ( A ) ( XXXX ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under XXXX USC XXXX. 

XXXX U.S.C XXXX section XXXX A. States I have the right to privacy. 

XXXX U.S.C XXXX Section XXXX A Section XXXX : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions XXXX U.S.C XXXX. ( a ) ( XXXX ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than XXXX years. 

XXXX U.S.C. XXXX ( A ) ( XXXX ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am addressing the issue with regarding the noncompliance. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not, that is considered identity theft. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act, particularly under 15 U.S.C. 1681n, there exists statutory civil liability for willful noncompliance. This provision stipulates that any person who willfully fails to comply with consumer protection requirements may be liable to the affected consumer for damages, including potential punitive measures and reimbursement of legal costs. This underscores the importance of addressing and rectifying this matter promptly and responsibly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint regarding unauthorized credit inquiries that appear on my credit report from Equifax. I previously submitted a written dispute on XX/XX/year> ( attached ), which clearly identified the disputed inquiries as fraudulent and requested their removal. It has been over two weeks, and I have received no response or resolution from the bureau.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-16 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: BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
A negative entry currently appearing on my credit report has created substantial hardships in my financial life, preventing me from accessing credit on reasonable terms and blocking important financial opportunities. This derogatory mark has directly contributed to loan rejections and has forced me to accept higher interest rates on existing accounts, resulting in increased monthly payments that strain my budget. The ongoing presence of this disputed item continues to generate both monetary losses and personal stress, as it misrepresents my creditworthiness and creates barriers to achieving essential financial goals. The cumulative effect of this inaccurate reporting has disrupted my financial planning and created uncertainty about my ability to secure future credit when needed.

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 2025-09-16 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Private student loan debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc.
State: DE

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/XXXX I was notified that my federal Perkins loan went into default, but this was through an error. My school failed to alert my loan servicer that I was still enrolled in school and had been since XX/XX/XXXX. I sent in the proper paperwork to correct the mistake, and the Default Resolution Group ( DRG ) was notified of this on XX/XX/XXXX. In late XX/XX/XXXX, my scholarship stipend was garnished and this was due to DRG. When I called, they stated that they hadn't garnished anything, but on the website it clearly states that they did. I have made numerous calls and emails to DRG to stop this garnishment, but nobody has responded. I have stated numerous times that these aren't wages, but my scholarship stipend from XXXX so I can pay for my schooling as well as my livelihood while in XXXX  school. They refuse to stop the garnishment, even though they have acknowledged the mistake. Due to the garnishments, I can not pay rent, feed myself, or pay any of my bills. I am not working, and my stipend helps me survive. I also never received any paperwork stating that they would be garnishing anything or that this whole process was occurring. I was told on XX/XX/XXXX that my loans would be received back to the loan servicer in 7-10 days by a manager and a regular representative.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation