vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
Im writing to inform you that Ive fallen victim to a data breach, and fraudulent accounts have been added to my credit file. Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I request that you block and remove the following accounts from my report within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number XXXX XXXX * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1300.00} XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$00.00} XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$00.00} XXXX XXXXL - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$86.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$00.00} Inquiries 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-05-26 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:
As a result of a data breach, my credit report now contains fraudulent accounts. In accordance with Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I am requesting they be blocked and removed within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX GA XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$17000.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am currently going through a divorce and have discovered that Experian is reporting a credit card account from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, on which I am listed only as an authorized user, not a primary account holder. This account is associated with my spouse, with whom I am no longer financially connected, and who has maintained sole control and usage of the account.

Despite this, the account is being reported on my Experian credit report as if I am liable for the balance and activity. This is misleading and inaccurate. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ), credit reporting agencies are required to maintain accurate information. Including an account where I have no legal or financial responsibility creates a material misrepresentation of my credit obligations. 

Additionally, as this situation arises in the context of an active divorce, reporting a tradeline that is solely under the other partys financial control is inappropriate and prejudicial.

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 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( 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 ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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 noticed two hard inquiries on my Equifax credit report from XXXX XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX dated XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/year>. I never applied for credit or gave any form of authorization for these companies to access my credit file.

I filed a formal dispute with Equifax, but the response stated that inquiries are factual records and I was told to contact the company directly. This is not acceptable, as I have no relationship with these companies and should not be required to resolve unauthorized access myself.

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Equifax is obligated to verify that these inquiries were made with permissible purpose and my consent. I am requesting that the CFPB ensure Equifax conducts a proper investigation and removes any inquiry that can not be verified with documented authorization.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing this to you so you may help me stop the items from showing up on my credit reports. Other XXXX Bureaus dealt with the same problem many inaccuracies and false information. There have been letter received to them but there are no changes occurred to my credit report as of now. I am attempted to refute : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$8000.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$2300.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$11000.00} Open Date XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$660.00} Open Date XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$500.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$4000.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$940.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$870.00} Open Date XX/XX/XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$250.00} Open Date XX/XX/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 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
They call more than 10 times a day. I block them amd they keep calling from other numbers. They call weekends and late at night after they were told to stop calling me. They are rude and demanding amd threatening.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: ND

Complaint narrative:
I was affected by a recent data breach, and unauthorized accounts have shown up on my credit report. Pursuant to Section XXXX of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX ( a ) ), please block and delete these accounts within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX ND XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$00.00} XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$00.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: AS

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this attachment as part of my formal dispute regarding inaccuracies found on my credit report. Please find below a detailed account of the discrepancies related to my names, addresses, and credit inquiries that require correction. 
2. Incorrect Addresses : The following addresses appear on my credit report that are either outdated or not linked to me : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX These addresses do not correspond to my current or previous residences. 
My correct address is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I request that you update my credit report with my correct address and remove any incorrect or outdated addresses. 
3. Unauthorized Credit Inquiries : The credit report lists several hard inquiries that I do not recognize and have no recollection of authorizing : 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 2025-05-26 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:
Please be advised that my credit report has been compromised due to a data breach. Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I am requesting the blocking and removal of fraudulent accounts within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX GA XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$0.00} BANKRUPTCY - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance :

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 2025-05-26 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as notice that my credit report has fraudulent accounts due to a data breach. 
Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete them within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX AL XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$930.00} XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$210.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$780.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$680.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing issue — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Block, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Cash app was involved in a data breach last year in XXXX  and I am a cash app data breach victim I submitted all of The required information and they have yet to pay

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
This is my final notice before pursuing legal action regarding the unresolved issues with my credit report. Despite previous communications, the accounts in question remain unresolved and inaccurately reported. You are in breach of multiple federal regulations governing credit reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: OR

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit record, I discovered the presence of late payments that I dispute. I sent letters to the relevant parties over 30 days ago requesting validation of these items, but I have not received any response or satisfactory documentation to support their accuracy. These unverified late payments are negatively impacting my credit profile and causing financial harm. I am submitting this complaint on my own behalf and requesting your assistance in resolving this matter through proper investigation and correction of 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, Engelhardt V. Gravens ( MO ) 281 SW 715.719. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

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 2025-05-26 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:
Subject : Formal Complaint Regarding Possible XXXX Violation and Request for Reinvestigation Procedure Description To Whom It May Concern : I am writing to formally address a serious concern regarding the potential mishandling or unauthorized disclosure of my personally identifiable information, which may constitute a violation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ).

It has come to my attention that my educational records or associated personally identifiable information may have been disclosed or used without my explicit, written consent. Under FERPA ( 20 U.S.C. 1232g ), I have the right to expect that my information is protected and handled in accordance with federal privacy standards. I respectfully request that your office conduct a thorough reinvestigation into this matter and provide clarity on how this information was handled, who accessed it, and for what purpose. 

Additionally, pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ), I am exercising my right to request a detailed description of the reinvestigation procedures conducted ( or to be conducted ) in relation to this complaint. The law requires that this information be provided to the consumer within 15 days of such a request in order to remain compliant. 

Please include in your response : A description of the steps taken in your reinvestigation. 

The sources or parties you contacted during the process. 

Any documentation or evidence reviewed. 

The outcome or status of your investigation. 

I trust that your institution takes both FERPA and FCRA compliance seriously, and I expect this matter to be handled with urgency and transparency. Please consider this a formal written request, and I appreciate your prompt response within the required time frame. 

Sincerely, 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 2025-05-26 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the 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, inaccurate and false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loans and open end unsecured consumer accounts. 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 as proof from the XXXX 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 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Other features, terms, or problems — Other problem
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
I applied for a XXXX  with Discover, but found out after as I was under XXXX ( XXXX  ) that they needed to make sure I could repay it and I can't. I barely can keep a job due to retail stores being unpredictable. I know the debt is my fault but I'm being informed I should never have been given the card to begin with as I can't pay it back.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation