vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( XXXX U.S. Code XXXX ) says ( XXXX ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of TILA XXXX Code XXXX since I was never late. " I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record. I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( XXXX ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the 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 2025-08-14 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( XXXX U.S. Code XXXX ) says ( XXXX ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of TILA XXXX Code XXXX since I was never late. " I recently reviewed my consumer report and noticed an incorrect late payment record. I have always maintained timely payments on this account. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act ( XXXX ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ), creditors are required to accurately report consumer transactions and provide a mechanism for correcting errors in a timely manner. Please conduct an investigation into this matter, and if you can not provide documentary evidence of these supposed late payments, I demand these payments to be updated to on time as they should be as I was NEVER late. I expect these updates to be made promptly, in compliance with the law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: WV

Complaint narrative:
Late payment entries appear on my report that I believe are inaccurate. Under 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, my credit report must contain only information that is accurate, complete, and verifiable. I request that these entries be verified, and if they can not be confirmed, they should be corrected or removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: ME

Complaint narrative:
I'm contacting you because I recently discovered a credit inquiry on my report that I had no knowledge of, did not authorize, and did not initiate. This inquiry is fraudulent, plain and simple, and it should have never been made under my name. 

I have never applied for credit or given any form of consent to the company that pulled this inquiry. I only found out about it while reviewing my credit report, and Im furious that someone was able to access my personal credit file without my permission. This is not just a mistake it is unauthorized access to my private financial information, and it is a clear violation of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ).

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
Pursuant to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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. 
XXXX. 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? ). 
XXXX. A full file disclosure. 
XXXX. An itemized statement breaking down the balance you claim I owe. 
XXXX. 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: SC

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 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 2025-08-15 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: NY

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 2025-08-15 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint personally and in my own words. I have not authorized any company to submit this on my behalf beyond helping me type and send it. This issue directly affects me. 
I am filing this complaint against Transunion for the continued reporting of inaccurate late payment entries, despite my dispute under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). The account in question is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX with lates reported as 30 days late in XXXX XXXX This late payment notation is the direct result of the furnishers internal reporting errors. I never failed to make timely payments on this account. The bank misreported my payment history to Transunion, yet Transunion continues to publish this inaccurate information on my credit file. I previously disputed this inaccuracy with Transunion under FCRA 1681i, which requires them to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation and delete or correct any information found to be inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable. Transunion failed to conduct a proper investigation and continues to report these unverifiable late payments. Per FCRA 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), furnishers are prohibited from reporting information they knowor have reasonable cause to believeis inaccurate. 
Despite this, Transunions reinvestigation process failed to identify or correct these reporting errors. These false late payment entries have caused significant damage to my creditworthiness, emotional distress, and financial harm, as they have negatively impacted my credit score and ability to obtain favorable credit terms.

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 2025-08-14 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Rest to Block and Delete Fraudulent Accounts  Identity Theft XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX  am writing to formally request the blocking and deletion of fraudulent accounts and information related to my identity under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), specifically pursuant to 15 U.S.C.  1681c-2(a). I am a victim of identity theft because of the Equifax data breach, and unauthorized accounts have been fraudulently opened in my name.\n\nThe fraudulent inquiries that I have identified on my credit report are as XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  request that Equifax promptly block and delete the fraudulent accounts from my credit file to prevent further harm to my credit XXXX I request written confirmation that these accounts have been removed, as well as an updated copy of my credit report reflecting these XXXX  you require any further information or documentation to process this request, please contact me immediately at the phone number or email provided XXXX  you for your prompt attention to this matter. I appreciate your cooperation in ensuring my credit report remains accurate and free from fraudulent XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-15 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
The inclusion of this late payment does not accurately reflect my payment behavior. Please investigate and update my report to remove this inaccuracy.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint regarding a XXXX credit card account that I previously held, which was originally managed by Comenity Bank., I do not recall it ever being delinquent or placed in collections. 

I recently became aware that the account may have been reported as charged off or sent to collections, which I believe is inaccurate. I have not received proper documentation to support that the account became seriously delinquent, and I was not notified of any such status change at the time. 

I initially contacted XXXX, who informed me that since the account was opened prior to XX/XX/year>, I would need to resolve this matter directly with Comenity Bank. 

I am requesting a full investigation into the account history, including any records of delinquency or collections activity. If the account was reported inaccurately, I am asking that Comenity Bank correct the reporting with all relevant credit bureaus. 

Thank you for your assistance in helping me resolve this issue and ensure my credit history reflects accurate and verifiable information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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:
I believe this late payment was reported in error and is not in line with my payment record. I ask that you correct this by removing it from my credit file.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: NY

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my rights under 15 USC 1681 section 6 o 2 states I have the right to privacy ( 15 USC 1681 ( section 604 a section 2 ( It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions under 15 USCS 1666b a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose.

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 2025-08-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act this creditor has violated my rights under 15 USC 1681 section 6 o 2 states I have the right to privacy ( 15 USC 1681 ( section 604 a section 2 ( It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions under 15 USCS 1666b a creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-14 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am issuing this formal and final demand for the immediate deletion of all fraudulent and unauthorized accounts, inquiries, and public records from my credit file. These items are the result of identity theft, and I have never consented to or opened the accounts in question. This matter has been reported to the Federal Trade Commission, and I have attached my Identity Theft Report as required by law. In accordance with Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are legally obligated to block and REMOVE all fraudulent information within XXXX ( XXXX ) BUSINESS DAYS of receiving this notice and the supporting documents.Any delay, negligence, or continued reporting of this false information will be treated as willful noncompliance and a blatant violation of federal law. Be advised that I will pursue legal action under FCRA 616 and 617 for damages and statutory penalties.This is your final warning. Remove all fraudulent data immediately or face the legal consequences.

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 2025-08-14 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 : XXXX. 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. 
XXXX. 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? ). 
XXXX. A full file disclosure. 
XXXX. An itemized statement breaking down the balance you claim I owe. 
XXXX. 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 2025-08-14 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: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Dispute of Fraudulent Collection Account Under FCRA Request for Removal Dear CFPB Representative, I am writing to formally dispute a collection account that has been reported on my credit file, which I believe to be fraudulent. The account in question is with [ MIDLAND CREDIT XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX XXXX ] [ MIDLAND CREDIT XXXX XXXX XXXX  ] XXXX XXXX XXXX. 

I have never opened an account with the original creditor, nor have I authorized any transactions or agreements that would have led to this collection account being placed on my credit report. This account is the result of identity theft, and I am a victim of this criminal activity. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to have this inaccurate information removed from my credit report. Specifically : 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( FCRA Section 605B ) : I am requesting that this fraudulent account be blocked from my credit report. This section mandates the removal of any information resulting from identity theft from consumer credit reports. 
15 U.S.C. 1681i ( FCRA Section 611 ) : I am disputing the accuracy of this collection account and request a thorough reinvestigation. The FCRA requires that, upon receiving my dispute, the consumer reporting agency must investigate the dispute and delete any information that can not be verified as accurate within the time frame prescribed by law. 
15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 : The FCRA also requires that furnishers of information ( in this case, the collection agency ) must not report information they know or have reasonable cause to believe is inaccurate. Given that this account is fraudulent, the collection agency is in violation of the FCRA by continuing to report this information to the credit bureaus. 
Request for Method of Verification FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 7 ) In support of my dispute, I have enclosed the following documentation : A copy of my credit report highlighting the fraudulent account. 
Any other relevant documentation. 
I request that the CFPB take immediate action to have this collection account removed from my credit report and that any further attempts by the collection agency to collect on this fraudulent account cease immediately. I also request that the CFPB ensures the collection agency complies with their obligations under the FCRA. 

Please acknowledge receipt of this dispute and provide me with updates on the status of my complaint. I trust that the CFPB will take the necessary steps to protect my rights as a consumer under federal law. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-15 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:
Please be advised that I just sent my disputes to CFPB and attached a wrong tagging of bureau. Thus, I am resubmitting my complaints with correctattachments.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief