vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the legal principle " Notice to an agent is notice to a principal, and notice to a principal is notice to an agent, '' I am writing to you regarding the information reported on my credit report. 

I have received a copy of my credit report provided by XXXX, and I have noticed that transactions related to the XXXX XXXX  account with the number XXXX have been incorrectly marked as late payments. 


According to FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681a ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ) : Exclusions. Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term " consumer report '' does not include : ( i ) Reports that contain only information about transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. 

This means that consumer transactions are excluded from consumer reports. FICO and/or any other risk score or algorithm used to calculate a consumers credit score is not part of what defines a " consumer report '' under the law. The legal definition of a consumer report is as follows : Consumer report. The term " consumer report '' refers to any written, oral, or other communication of any information by a consumer reporting agency that relates to a consumers creditworthiness, credit standing, character, general reputation, or mode of living, and that is used or expected to be used in whole or in part as a factor to determine the consumer 's eligibility for : ( a ) credit or insurance for personal, family, or household purposes ; ( b ) employment purposes; or ( c ) any other purpose authorized under section 1681b of the title.

FICO or any other credit scoring algorithm is not defined or included in this legal definition of a consumer report. Therefore, the report of transactions between the consumer ( myself ) and the entity ( XXXX XXXX  ) constitutes a violation of 15 U.S.C. 1681a.

Additionally, according to 15 U.S.C. 1666b, on the timing of payments : Timing of payments. A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open-end consumer credit plan as late unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures to ensure that each periodic statement, including the information required by Section 1637 ( b ), is sent or delivered to the consumer at least 21 days before the payment due date.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the legal principle " Notice to an agent is notice to a principal, and notice to a principal is notice to an agent, '' I am writing to you regarding the information reported on my credit report. 

I have received a copy of my credit report provided by Experian, and I have noticed that transactions related to the XXXX XXXX  account with the number XXXX have been incorrectly marked as late payments. 


According to FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681a ( 2 ) ( A ) ( i ) : Exclusions. Except as provided in paragraph ( 3 ), the term " consumer report '' does not include : ( i ) Reports that contain only information about transactions or experiences between the consumer and the person making the report. 

This means that consumer transactions are excluded from consumer reports. FICO and/or any other risk score or algorithm used to calculate a consumers credit score is not part of what defines a " consumer report '' under the law. The legal definition of a consumer report is as follows : Consumer report. The term " consumer report '' refers to any written, oral, or other communication of any information by a consumer reporting agency that relates to a consumers creditworthiness, credit standing, character, general reputation, or mode of living, and that is used or expected to be used in whole or in part as a factor to determine the consumer 's eligibility for : ( a ) credit or insurance for personal, family, or household purposes ; ( b ) employment purposes; or ( c ) any other purpose authorized under section 1681b of the title.

FICO or any other credit scoring algorithm is not defined or included in this legal definition of a consumer report. Therefore, the report of transactions between the consumer ( myself ) and the entity ( XXXX XXXX  ) constitutes a violation of 15 U.S.C. 1681a.

Additionally, according to 15 U.S.C. 1666b, on the timing of payments : Timing of payments. A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open-end consumer credit plan as late unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures to ensure that each periodic statement, including the information required by Section 1637 ( b ), is sent or delivered to the consumer at least 21 days before the payment due date.

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 2024-10-23 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
RE : XXXX  Block Request To Whom It May Concern, I am a XXXX XXXX XXXX. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that XXXX. 
ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$250.00} XXXX  XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$470.00} XXXX XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$500.00} XXXX XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$2200.00} XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$660.00} XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX XXXX {$640.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$12000.00} XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} XXXX / XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$770.00} XXXX XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$1200.00} XXXX  - XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - {$00.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX Please block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to Section 605C of 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 2024-10-23 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: WA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX WA XXXX XXXX  TRANSUNION LLC CONSUMER DISPUTE XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX Dear TRANSUNION LLC CONSUMER DISPUTE, I am writing to address an error on my credit report regarding the charge-off amount associated with my account. The amount reported to the credit bureaus is {$1600.00}, while I believe the correct amount is {$1600.00}. 
This discrepancy has negatively impacted my credit report, and I would like to request your assistance in correcting this error. Here are the details : Account Number : TRANSUNION LLC CONSUMER DISPUTE Reported Amount : {$1600.00} Correct Amount : {$1600.00} XXXX kindly ask that you review your records and confirm the correct charge-off amount. If the amount on my credit report is indeed incorrect, I would appreciate your prompt action to update this information with the credit bureaus. 
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response. 
Sincerely, 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 2024-10-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Complaint Against TRANSUNION for Violation of Fair Credit Reporting Act Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against TRANSUNION for its refusal to remove a charge off account from my credit report in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 611 ). 

Account Information : Creditor Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Charge Off : XX/XX/year> Amount : XXXX I have previously disputed the accuracy of this charge off account with TRANSUNION and provided evidence that the information is inaccurate. However, TRANSUNION has failed to conduct a proper investigation and continues to report the inaccurate information on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to request the removal of inaccurate or outdated information from my credit report. TRANSUNION refusal to comply with this law is a clear violation of my consumer rights. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter and take appropriate action against TRANSUNION for its non-compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am seeking the immediate removal of the inaccurate charge off account from my credit report. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution and your assistance in ensuring that TRANSUNION upholds its obligations under the law. 

Sincerely, 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Complaint Against TRANSUNION for Violation of Fair Credit Reporting Act Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against TRANSUNION for its refusal to remove a charge off account from my credit report in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 611 ). 

Account Information : Creditor Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Charge Off : XX/XX/2023 Amount : XXXX I have previously disputed the accuracy of this charge off account with TRANSUNION and provided evidence that the information is inaccurate. However, TRANSUNION has failed to conduct a proper investigation and continues to report the inaccurate information on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to request the removal of inaccurate or outdated information from my credit report. TRANSUNION refusal to comply with this law is a clear violation of my consumer rights. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter and take appropriate action against TRANSUNION for its non-compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am seeking the immediate removal of the inaccurate charge off account from my credit report. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution and your assistance in ensuring that TRANSUNION upholds its obligations under the law. 

Sincerely, 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
My account with XXXX XXXX never late! I have had exceptional payment history witH XXXX XXXX  and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment.

This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! 

I demand the late payment reported in XXXX AND XXXX to be removed. 

They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 

15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. 

XXXXXXXX XXXX never sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ).

I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided.

This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer!

Delete the late payments from my consumer reports

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 2024-10-23 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information that is being reported on my credit report. Specifically, the following items are incorrect and are negatively impacting my credit score : Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX balance : {$0.00} Reason : I have never entered into a contract with this debt collector regarding any debt. Please provide evidence from the original creditor showing that this debt collector owns the debt and has the legal right to collect it, or please delete this account. 
Date of Last Activity : Inaccurate Date Reported : Inaccurate Closed Date : Inaccurate Account Name : XXXX Account Number : XXXX balance : {$0.00} Reason : I have never entered into a contract with this debt collector regarding any debt. Please provide evidence from the original creditor showing that this debt collector owns the debt and has the legal right to collect it, or please delete this account. 
Date of Last Activity : Inaccurate Date Reported : Inaccurate Closed Date : Inaccurate Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX balance : {$0.00} Reason : I have never entered into a contract with this debt collector regarding any debt. Please provide evidence from the original creditor showing that this debt collector owns the debt and has the legal right to collect it, or please delete this account. 
Date of Last Activity : Inaccurate Closed Date : Inaccurate Account Type : Inaccurate I believe these items are either inaccurately reported or have already been resolved, and I respectfully request a thorough investigation and correction. I have contacted both the credit reporting agency and the data furnisher, but the issue remains unresolved. Attached are screenshots of my credit report that highlight the inaccuracies. I appreciate your attention to this matter and kindly request a prompt update to my credit report, as accurate information is crucial for my financial well-being. Thank you for your consideration.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: MECHANICS BANK
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I opened my Bank account at Mechanics bank in XXXX California on XXXX, XXXX XXXX. When I opened my account I signed a form titled XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX ( XX/XX/XXXX ) under the false pretense that any charges on my card would be declined if my account had insufficient funds. I went to my bank today, XX/XX/XXXX to make a deposit. I was informed that my account was closed due to overdraft issues. I have no reason to trust any banks at this point, I am seriously impacted by this deceptive behavior from a financial institution. Please help me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Complaint Against Experian for Violation of Fair Credit Reporting Act Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Experian for its refusal to remove a charge off account from my credit report in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 611 ). 

Account Information : Creditor Name XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Charge Off : XX/XX/year> Amount : {$4300.00} I have previously disputed the accuracy of this charge off account with Experian and provided evidence that the information is inaccurate. However, Experian has failed to conduct a proper investigation and continues to report the inaccurate information on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to request the removal of inaccurate or outdated information from my credit report. Experian 's refusal to comply with this law is a clear violation of my consumer rights. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter and take appropriate action against Experian for its non-compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am seeking the immediate removal of the inaccurate charge off account from my credit report. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution and your assistance in ensuring that Experian upholds its obligations under the law. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-10-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Complaint Against Experian for Violation of Fair Credit Reporting Act Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to file a formal complaint against Experian for its refusal to remove a charge off account from my credit report in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 USC 611 ). 

Account Information : Creditor Name XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Charge Off : XX/XX/year> Amount : {$4300.00} I have previously disputed the accuracy of this charge off account with Experian and provided evidence that the information is inaccurate. However, Experian has failed to conduct a proper investigation and continues to report the inaccurate information on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to request the removal of inaccurate or outdated information from my credit report. Experian 's refusal to comply with this law is a clear violation of my consumer rights. 

I kindly request that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau investigate this matter and take appropriate action against Experian for its non-compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am seeking the immediate removal of the inaccurate charge off account from my credit report. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to a prompt resolution and your assistance in ensuring that Experian upholds its obligations under the law. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-10-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
My acct XXXX opened XXXX has been closed since XX/XX/year> and should no longer appear on my 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
My acct XXXX opened XXXX has been closed since XX/XX/year> and should no longer appear on my report

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-23 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
My acct XXXX opened XXXX has been closed since XX/XX/year> and should no longer appear on my 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 non-monetary relief