vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : I am submitting this complaint regarding Equifax 's failure to properly investigate my consumer report dispute, in direct violation of their obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). On XXXX XXXX, 2025, I filed a formal dispute with Equifax to correct fraudulent and inaccurate information appearing on my consumer report. Instead of conducting a proper investigation, Equifax responded with a stall letter that neither addressed my dispute nor took steps to resolve the inaccuracies. 

I am aware that the CFPB has recently filed a lawsuit against Equifax for these very same practices namely, their systemic failure to properly investigate consumer disputes. I am a direct victim of this misconduct. 

As a disabled veteran who suffers from XXXX, this experience has been extremely stressful and emotionally triggering. I am currently in the process of closing on a mortgage, and I am under strict time constraints with only one week remaining to finalize my home purchase. XXXX refusal to lawfully process my dispute is putting my homeownership at serious risk, compounding my stress and potentially causing irreparable harm to my financial future. 

I respectfully request that the CFPB take immediate action to ensure Equifax fully complies with the FCRA, properly investigates my dispute without further delay, and removes the fraudulent and inaccurate items from my consumer report. I also request that Equifax be held accountable for the injury and distress they have caused. 

I am attaching supporting documents, including copies of my dispute submission and XXXX stall letter, should you require further evidence of their noncompliance. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this urgent matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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:
XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX  credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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.

Complaint narrative:
I was alarmed to find these inaccurate late payment remarks on my credit report this morning without any explanation. As part of my routine, I reviewed my report, but this time, I noticed discrepancies that hadnt been there before. Hoping it was just a system glitch, I refreshed my browser, yet the errors persisted. Because of this, I am requesting a thorough verification of the documents I have provided so that I can put this issue behind me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: MD

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting a formal dispute regarding the unauthorized and inaccurate reporting of two accounts on my credit file : XXXX ( Account XXXX ) and XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX ( Account XXXX ). These accounts were added without valid authorization or permissible purpose under 15 USC 1681b, and they fail to meet the requirement of maximum possible accuracy as mandated by 15 USC 1681e ( b ). The presence of these inaccurate entries, including incorrectly reported late payments, has adversely affected my credit profile, limiting my financial opportunities such as loan approvals and favorable interest rates. Under 15 USC 1681n, willful noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act entitles me to pursue statutory damages of {$1000.00} per violation. I demand that these accounts be thoroughly investigated and corrected to reflect only verified and accurate informationspecifically, that any inaccurate late payments be fixed rather than deletedand that I receive written confirmation of these corrections.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED OF XXXX AND EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT AND XXXX 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: NE

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute an account currently listed on my credit report that I do not recognize or have any association with. After thoroughly reviewing my records, I can confirm that this account is entirely unknown to me and does not belong to me in any capacity.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant to 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 inaccurately reporting All the information I know about this purported late payment is included in the account name and number mentioned above. Because I know you reported this inaccuracy on my credit report, you must have all the information or proof you need to investigate and fix this reporting error. If this is not the case, you must amend the erroneous data reporting.

As consumer I have right to know that this account is verified and reporting accurately. Mail me at my current address the WRITTEN NOTICE that this account is verified as prescribed by 15 U.S. Code 1692 g ( a ) ( 4 ). I want you to include the following information : 1. A detailed and itemized statement of ALL activity to this account, including the contract I must have allegedly signed to bind me to this debt.

2. The photo identification I must have provided at the time of starting services with you in order for you to assure that this was not an attempt of someone else to commit a fraud against me ( you do take these precautions, correct? ). 
3. A full file disclosure.

4. An itemized statement breaking down the balance you claim I owe.

5. Any other documentation you must have in order to truthfully make a notarized statement on your letterhead, attesting to your compliance of the FCBA.

IF YOU CAN NOT PROVIDE the requested written correspondence, I DEMAND YOU TO DELETE THE NEGATIVE MARKS you have reported to my consumer report within the timely manner prescribed by law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant to 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 inaccurately reporting All the information I know about this purported late payment is included in the account name and number mentioned above. Because I know you reported this inaccuracy on my credit report, you must have all the information or proof you need to investigate and fix this reporting error. If this is not the case, you must amend the erroneous data reporting.

As consumer I have right to know that this account is verified and reporting accurately. Mail me at my current address the WRITTEN NOTICE that this account is verified as prescribed by 15 U.S. Code 1692 g ( a ) ( 4 ). I want you to include the following information : 1. A detailed and itemized statement of ALL activity to this account, including the contract I must have allegedly signed to bind me to this debt.

2. The photo identification I must have provided at the time of starting services with you in order for you to assure that this was not an attempt of someone else to commit a fraud against me ( you do take these precautions, correct? ). 
3. A full file disclosure.

4. An itemized statement breaking down the balance you claim I owe.

5. Any other documentation you must have in order to truthfully make a notarized statement on your letterhead, attesting to your compliance of the FCBA.

IF YOU CAN NOT PROVIDE the requested written correspondence, I DEMAND YOU TO DELETE THE NEGATIVE MARKS you have reported to my consumer report within the timely manner prescribed by law.

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 2025-05-20 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:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

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 2025-05-20 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern, I recently pulled up my Transunion credit report and your company is attempting to collect a debt.

Under 15 USC 1692cc : ( c ) Ceasing communication If aconsumernotifies adebtcollector in writing that theconsumerrefuses to pay adebtor that theconsumerwishes thedebtcollector to cease furthercommunicationwith theconsumer, thedebtcollector shall not communicate further with theconsumerwith respect to suchdebt, except ( 1 ) to advise theconsumerthat thedebtcollectors further efforts are being terminated ; ( 2 ) to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditormay invoke specified remedies which are ordinarily invoked by suchdebtcollector orcreditor ; or ( 3 ) where applicable, to notify theconsumerthat thedebtcollector orcreditorintends to invoke a specified remedy. 
If such notice from theconsumeris made by mail, notification shall be complete upon receipt. 

Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail, or email in a fraudulent account. 

I demand to see verifiable proof ( i.e : an original consumer contract with my signature on it ) that you have on file for the account listed below. 

Or a Certification from the creditor that certified the accuracy and completeness of the information/account. 

Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hindered my ability to obtain credit.It has also damaged my mode of living, my character and much more. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, unverifiable accounts must be DELETED and if you can not provide me a copy of verifiable proof, you must DELETE the account listed below. 

Im giving your company 15 days to respond to this matter. Failure to respond to this matter will result in legal actions pursued against your company. 

I demand that the following account be validated or DELETED immediately : Account Number : XXXX Creditor : Jefferson Capital Systems Once again, I XXXX XXXX XXXX is giving your company, 15 days to respond to this matter. 

Best Regards, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: Collection Management Holdings, LLC
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
The collection agency is Credit Management Company. I am being harassed by a debt collection agency that is reporting a medical debt I do not owe. Despite providing proof that I am not responsible for this bill, they have continued to pursue collection and report it to the credit bureaus. I submitted an official Explanation of Benefits ( EOB ) from my insurance provider, which clearly states my patient responsibility is {$0.00}. 

In response, the collection agency attempted to pressure me into paying anyway, even offering a discount to settle a debt that does not exist. The representative also initially provided me with a fake email address to submit documentation, wasting my time and obstructing the dispute process. 

I have already disputed this account with XXXX, who claimed the information was accuratelikely because the agency falsely verified the debt rather than reviewing my submitted evidence. I am now requesting the CFPBs assistance in removing this fraudulent and harassing collection account from my credit report and holding the agency accountable. 

Credit management company began this exchange also by giving me false information about my bill, leading me to believe it was an entirely different bill for months. Not to mention they have been threatening and harassed me until I sent the EOB. Now they hang up on my phone calls and give me fake contacts.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Struggling to repay your loan — Problem with forgiveness, cancellation, or discharge
Company: MOHELA
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I contacted Mohela, my loan servicing agency, to inquire about the status of my Income Driven Loan Repayment application. I need to change from the SAVE program to another option due to the recent federal law restricting payments under this program initiated by the XXXX XXXX. My application was submitted and acknowledged on XX/XX/year>. 

I was directed to contact XXXX, their loan application processing department, at XXXX. During the call at XXXX AM, I spoke with a representative named XXXX, who unfortunately informed me that my application had been denied. When I pressed for the reason, she stated they were not processing applications unless the borrower explicitly chose a payment plan. 

This information was never communicated to me during my application process with Mohela, where I was assured that selecting a plan would be an option. When I asked her to verify the status of my denied application, XXXX made it clear that I was not allowed to appeal or reapply. 

I want to stress that if I reapply now, I will lose my eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) for the period from XX/XX/year> to the presentapproximately XXXX monthssimply due to a lack of communication and clarity from your agencies. I have contacted Mohela several times since XX/XX/year>, and was repeatedly told my application was still being processed. XXXX confirmed that there is nothing she could do and that her supervisor had given the same response.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX regarding several accounts which I found inaccurate. Up to date, I have received no response nor proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports badly hurt my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-20 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 writing to formally dispute several inaccurate late payment entries on my credit report. These errors have severely impacted my credit profile, and I expect both the creditors and your agency to take immediate action to correct these inaccuracies. As a consumer, I am entitled to accurate and fair reporting under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ).

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 2025-05-20 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: LA

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 2025-05-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: HI

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I submitted a reinvestigation request through the official CFPB portal regarding inaccurate and potentially fraudulent information on my Clarity credit report. This was done directly by me through my CFPB account, using an official federal channel that is legally recognized for submitting such disputes under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). According to FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), when a consumer notifies a credit reporting agency through proper means of a dispute concerning the accuracy of information, the agency must conduct a reasonable reinvestigation, free of charge, within 30 days. 

Clarity responded by refusing to act on the dispute, claiming the submission was not sent directly by me or authorized by me, despite the fact it was submitted from my verified account and received by them. This response constitutes a violation of the FCRA, which does not allow credit reporting agencies to ignore valid disputes simply because they choose to question the method of deliveryespecially when it comes through an official government channel like the CFPB.

This disregard of a valid dispute notice not only violates federal law but obstructs my ability to correct fraudulent or inaccurate entries that are damaging my credit. By failing to comply with its obligations under the FCRA and by wrongfully refusing to act, Clarity has contributed to the ongoing identity theft issues impacting my credit file. Their inaction, in this context, may constitute willful noncompliance, which can carry statutory damages of up to {$1000.00} per violation under FCRA 616 and 617.

XXXX  failure to take appropriate steps toward investigating or correcting the disputed data, especially after being properly notified through a federal complaint system, is both negligent and unlawful. Further action will be pursued if compliance is not met.

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