vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
You are in violation of 15 USC 1681s- ( 2 ) ( B ) and 15 USC 1681s- ( 2 ) ( E ) Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies. A furnisher has a " ( 2 ) Duty to correct and update information '' " A person who ( B ) has furnished to a consumer reporting agency information that the person determines is not complete or accurate, shall promptly notify the consumer reporting agency of that determination and provide to the agency any corrections to that information, or any additional information, that is necessary to make the information provided by the person to the agency complete and accurate, and shall not thereafter furnish to the agency any of the information that remains not complete or accurate '' You have failed to conduct a reasonable investigation within a timely matter and notify me of the results according to 15 USC 1681s ( 2 ) ( E ) Duty of person after receiving notice of dispute. " After receiving a notice of dispute from a consumer pursuant to subparagraph ( D ), the person that provided the information in dispute to a consumer reporting agency shall ( i ) conduct an investigation with respect to the disputed information ; ( ii ) review all relevant information provided by the consumer with the notice ; ( iii ) complete such persons investigation of the dispute and report the results of the investigation to the consumer before the expiration of the period under section 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) of this title within which a consumer reporting agency would be required to complete its action if the consumer had elected to dispute the information under that section; and ( iv ) if the investigation finds that the information reported was inaccurate, promptly notify each consumer reporting agency to which the person furnished the inaccurate information of that determination and provide to the agency any correction to that information that is necessary to make the information provided by the person accurate. 

Please see the attached disputes sent over the last few months.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
You are in violation of 15 USC 1681s- ( 2 ) ( B ) and 15 USC 1681s- ( 2 ) ( E ) Responsibilities of furnishers of information to consumer reporting agencies. A furnisher has a " ( 2 ) Duty to correct and update information '' " A person who ( B ) has furnished to a consumer reporting agency information that the person determines is not complete or accurate, shall promptly notify the consumer reporting agency of that determination and provide to the agency any corrections to that information, or any additional information, that is necessary to make the information provided by the person to the agency complete and accurate, and shall not thereafter furnish to the agency any of the information that remains not complete or accurate '' You have failed to conduct a reasonable investigation within a timely matter and notify me of the results according to 15 USC 1681s ( 2 ) ( E ) Duty of person after receiving notice of dispute. " After receiving a notice of dispute from a consumer pursuant to subparagraph ( D ), the person that provided the information in dispute to a consumer reporting agency shall ( i ) conduct an investigation with respect to the disputed information ; ( ii ) review all relevant information provided by the consumer with the notice ; ( iii ) complete such persons investigation of the dispute and report the results of the investigation to the consumer before the expiration of the period under section 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) of this title within which a consumer reporting agency would be required to complete its action if the consumer had elected to dispute the information under that section; and ( iv ) if the investigation finds that the information reported was inaccurate, promptly notify each consumer reporting agency to which the person furnished the inaccurate information of that determination and provide to the agency any correction to that information that is necessary to make the information provided by the person accurate. 

Please see the attached disputes sent over the last few months.

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 2025-02-20 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
Transunion reporting XXXX XXXX, DEPTEDXXXX, XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX XXXX BANKRUPTCY FRAUD ACCOUNTS I NEED THESE ACCOUNT REMOVED Equifax reporting XXXX XXXX, XXXX THESE IS FRAUD ACCOUNTS NEED TO BE REMOVED Experian reporting XXXX XXXX, DEPTEDXXXX, XXXX, XXXX AND XXXX XXXX BANKRUPTCY THESE ARE FRAUD ACCOUNTS AND I NEED THESE ACCOUNTS REMOVED BANKRUPTCY ONLY SHOWING ON EXPERIAN AND TRANSUNION INACCURATE NEED TO BE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — Government benefit card
Issue: Problem getting a card or closing an account — Trouble closing card
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
B of A had the responsibility to return my funds to me when the account was closed in XXXX. B of A did not return the funds in XXXX. Each time I speak to B of A about this they say the funds will be returned to me. Today is XX/XX/XXXX. I still do not have my money from B of A. I have emailed B of A. I have called B of A. Each time they say they understand me, but I do not have my money yet. Please encourage B of A to return my funds to me now. I have already waited 12 MONTHS! Also, B of A is required to release the

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 monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Deposits and withdrawals
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
I have a victim 3 times of people getting into my checking and savings accounts. All 3 times have been corrected in the past year and a half. Now I am getting text from someone addressing me by my name and saying that there is a mediation and I should response. I have checked things out on my end. And there is no outstanding debts or problems. I heard that there is scams out there and they are using text messages. I blocked them then first text that I got about 2 months ago, but I got another one last friday. The number is XXXX. This number is also blocked. I do not owe anyone else but what I have on my credit report. The credit has been frozen in all XXXX agencies. And I also have fraud alert on all cards and bank accounts. I am so tired of people scamming me. 
Thank you

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 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

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 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 2025-02-20 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I have provided various reported related to this account Of XXXX XXXX  being open fraudulently and have provided several FTC reports associated the reporting agencies have continued to fail to remove this account. I am writing to formally dispute the fraudulent credit card account that has been reported on my credit file. I recently reviewed my credit report and discovered an account that I did not open, authorize, or consent to. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Identity Theft Laws, I am requesting the immediate removal of this fraudulent account from my credit report. I did not initiate this account, nor have I ever had any business relationship with the mentioned creditor.

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 2025-02-20 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I DEMAND THAT THESE FRAUDULENT HARD INQUIRIES BE PERMANENTLY DELETED FROM MY CREDIT PROFILE IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts. I did not owe this debt and it does not belong to me. I never established these accounts. I was contacted by a collection agency regarding the accounts that were obtained under my name. I have no knowledge of obtaining any of the accounts listed here. Please remove these accounts and send me an updated copy of my report after the investigation.

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 2025-02-20 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Debt was already paid in full, still showing incorrect 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am asking for your help in investigating accounts where companies have inaccurately reported late payments. After reviewing my credit report, I noticed errors in certain accounts, as they should not have any late payment records. Please look into this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Threatened or suggested your credit would be damaged
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have sent letters requesting more information about this debt because I am constantly receiving calls from this company.

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 2025-02-20 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - EXPERIAN, XXXX, AND XXXX HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS. 

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 




UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish any account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) 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 seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency of 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 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: Biehl & Biehl, Inc
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
We had a billing problem with the XXXX XXXX. On XX/XX/XXXX, we had a telephone conversation with them where they confirmed that we had in fact overpaid, but the amounts were credited to the wrong account. They told us the amounts would be credited to the correct account number. On that same day they turned our account over to Biehl & Biehl for collection. 
Biehl & Biehl sent us a collection notice by US Mail that we received on XX/XX/XXXX. We called Biehl & Biehl the same day and left a message in their general voicemail box at XXXX XXXX  with our name, call back telephone number and their reference number. We did not receive a call back. 
On XX/XX/XXXX at XXXX XXXX  we called back and spoke with XXXX ( sp? ). She told us that we had to submit our dispute in writing. We were told that on receipt of our denial of claim, they would contact the XXXX XXXX to review with them. 
The same day we sent via US Registered mail with return receipt a package with copies of the Biehl & Biehl demand notice, a summary of our attempts to contact them, copies of Proof of Payment from our bank showing payments to the XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX, and a narrative describing our telephone conversation with the XXXX XXXX. The enclosed letter demanded that Biehl & Biehl cease and desist any further collection activities and respond in writing to us acknowledgement that the claim was invalid. 
Our package as described above was delivered to Biehl & Biehl was received by and signed for by XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX. 
We received no call back or acknowledgement from Biehl & Biehl. On XX/XX/XXXX, at XXXX XXXX, we called their office and left another message in their general voicemail box. The message included details about previous telephone conversations, their reference number, our call back telephone number and referred to our package of information being delivered to their office. We did not receive a call back. 
On XX/XX/XXXX, we received a call back at XXXX XXXX  but were not available to take the phone call. We called them back at XXXX AM when we spoke with XXXX XXXX. We explained the history of previous attempts to resolve the matter. He told us that he would find the package we sent them, discuss it with his manager and then contact the XXXX XXXX. We requested written confirmation from them and told XXXX XXXX that we expected to see the written confirmation by close of business on Wednesday XX/XX/XXXX. 
We have not received any further communications from Biehl & Biehl on the matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Consolidated Recovery Group, LLC
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, a group called CONSOLIDATED RCVY GRP in XXXX, SC XXXX with phone number XXXX, wrongly added a collection to my credit report. Original creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX This debt does not belong to me but instead a company going through XXXX  XXXX Bankruptcy called XXXX XXXX XXXX. This collection should be done through the bankruptcy court, not reported to my personal credit. No matter how many times I try to dispute it with the credit agencies, they wont remove it. Please have the collection removed from my report. Thank you!

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX : XX/XX/XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX XXXX : XXXX Re : Security Freeze Request Dear Sir/Madam, I, XXXX XXXX XXXX with Social Security XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX resident of XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX, submit this affidavit to request a security freeze on my credit report. Pursuant to my rights under applicable federal and state laws, including but not limited to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and any other relevant regulations, I hereby formally request that a Security Freeze be placed on my credit file immediately. 
Affidavit : XXXX. Applicant Identification : Full Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Social Security Number : XXXX Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX Current Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX TX XXXX XXXX. Security Freeze Request : o I request that a security freeze be placed on my credit report to prevent unauthorized third-party access, except for those legally authorized or with my explicit consent. 
o This freeze should remain in place until I personally request its removal in writing, in compliance with applicable legal requirements. 
XXXX. Attached Documentation : I have attached the following documents to verify my identity and process my request : o A copy of my drivers license or government-issued ID. 
o A copy of a recent utility bill or bank statement confirming my current address. 
o A copy of my Social Security Number. 
XXXX. Affirmation : I declare under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this affidavit is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. This request is made in good faith to protect my credit information. 
XXXX. Confirmation Request : I hereby request written confirmation of the receipt and implementation of this security freeze request. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of XXXX XXXX of Debt bondage. I have made the company aware of this there are a multitude of accounts on my consumer file as a result of this. per the law they should be removed after I supply proof of who I am as well as a victim determination letter according to XXXX ( b ) ( 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 2025-02-20 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution proce was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and XXXX financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these Violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation