vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
JC Penney Continue to report negative Derogatory remarks on my credit report in the amount of {$2700.00}. 15 US Code 1679c - XXXX XXXX is reporting account closed - profit and loss. they have received the tax credit for this account and should remove this from my report. 

XXXX XXXX - Ask for a consumer - good faith and remove the negative reporting as it was paid as agreed. 

Hard Inquiry XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Never got a loan and need to have this removed per FDCPA XXXX XXXX  inquiry - Need to have this removed as I never received a product from them and per FDCPA it should be removed

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 2025-03-03 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I REQUEST THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS LATE PAYMENT FROM MY ACCOUNT, AS IT IS NOT CORRECT AND DOES NOT SHOW MY TRUE PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE ALWAYS MADE MY PAYMENTS ON TIME, AND THIS MISTAKE SHOULD NOT BE THERE. THIS WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD NOT BE SHOWING NEGATIVELY ON MY REPORT. PLEASE UPDATE MY ACCOUNT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

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 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: ResidentCollect, Inc.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing the validity and accuracy of the debt referenced in your records. I request that you provide full verification, including documentation proving that this debt is legitimately mine, a detailed breakdown of the amount owed, and evidence that you have the legal right to collect it. Additionally, I request validation of the original creditors information, the account agreement bearing my signature, and any records of payments made. If you can not provide this verification, I ask that you cease collection efforts and remove this account from my credit report immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: CITIZENS FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
my account was hacked, several applications were completed on my name applying for credit that i did not do. all these applications were not done by me and they have affected my credit scores. i would like them to be removed from my credit so my score can be updated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
my account was hacked, several applications were completed on my name applying for credit that i did not do. all these applications were not done by me and they have affected my credit scores. i would like them to be removed from my credit so my score can be updated.

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 2025-03-03 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writting to you as a holder of the account # XXXX  from XXXX XXXX for my credit card to report an issue negatively impacting my credit report. this issue appears to be in violation of the provisions of 15 U.S CODE 1666B and other relevant sections of the fair credit reporting act ( FCRA ). 
Additionally the FCRA specifically sections 15 U.S CODE 1681i and 15 U.S CODE 1681S-2.

I formally request that you investigate and correct any innacurate information related to these late payments on my credit report.

Below are the details affected payments : Experian XX/XX/XXXX. 
XXXX XXXXXXXX and XX/XX/XXXX. 
Equifax XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( MO ) XXXX XXXX XXXX. 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 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's handling of disputes, particularly in light of the recent CFPB lawsuit highlighting significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle numerous times and reporting discrepancies, my financial institution and Zelle failed to investigate my claims adequately. They informed me that recovering lost funds was impossible and that tracking these transactions was unfeasible. The CFPB 's findings indicate that Zelle has not only neglected to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams. This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: AR

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 2025-03-03 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: TrueAccord Corp.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I've been receiving phone calls and emails from XXXX XXXX, claiming debts and credit cards I do not own and have never owned. In XXXX, my apartment was broken into, and all my documents, including my social security card, were stolen. One of these debts supposedly dates back to XXXX. Recently, I received an email about a debt from a credit card I do not own, claiming I was fooled into paying it in XXXX. After I disputed it, they still refused to withdraw the debt. I do not own this credit card.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: RI

Complaint narrative:
[ XXXX XXXX ] [ XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX ] [ XXXX, XXXX ] [ XXXX XXXX ] [ XXXX XXXX ] [ XX/XX/year> ] Portfolio recovery Account # XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX Subject : Cease and Desist & Demand for Credit Removal Dear Portfolio Recovery I am writing to formally demand that you immediately cease and desist all collection activities and remove the inaccurate and/or unverifiable negative item ( s ) from my credit report. The item ( s ) in question are as follows : Pursuant to my rights under the state and federal debt collection laws, including the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I hereby request that you immediately cease and desist all oral and written communication with me, along with my family and friends, regarding any and all alleged debts you maintain I owe. 

Additionally, my employer prohibits me from receiving your calls or written correspondence at work, so please refrain from contacting my workplace in any manner as well. 

You are hereby notified that if you do not comply with this request, I will immediately file complaints with the Federal Trade Commission, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the RI ] Attorney General 's Office, and other appropriate regulatory bodies. Civil claims may be pursued. 

Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. 

XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a formal complaint regarding identity theft and fraudulent accounts opened in my name. I am requesting immediate action to rectify the damage to my credit report and hold the responsible parties accountable. My personal information was compromised online resulting in many fraudulent accounts being opened. The following accounts are fraudulent. I did not authorize these accounts or authorize my information to be used to open these accounts : The Bureaus Original Creditor Name CAPITAL ONE NATIONAL ASSOCIAT Account Number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Amount {$540.00} Pursuant to [ FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ] ( Section 605B ( a ) ), I am providing the following documentation as required for the blocking of information resulting from identity theft : 1. Proof of my identity.

2. A copy of my identity theft report.

3. Identification of the fraudulent information. 
4. This statement that the information is not related to any transactions I have made.

Also pursuant to [ FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ] ( Section 605B ( a ) ), I demand that you immediately block the reporting of all information related to these fraudulent accounts and the mortgage default, as required by law within 4 business days upon receipt of this letter.

I am prepared to pursue all available legal remedies, including those afforded by [ FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681o ] ( Section 617 ), to recover any actual damages sustained as a result of this negligence and to seek reimbursement for legal fees incurred.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX has an account that has been paid off in full for over 5 years now showing i was 30 days past due on 2 months in XXXX. I have provided them documentation that those 2 months were deferred before they went past due and especially not 30 days. I have requested them to remove the 2 30 days past due as they have been hurting my score and opportunities for new credit/loans. This needs to be fixed ASAP please.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Problem with customer service
Company: MOHELA
State: OK

Complaint narrative:
Ive been attempting to get on the save plan for the past 6 mo the. My application has been processing the entire time. Initially, I was placed on a processing forbearance. I then found out that the forbearance was not automatically renewing every 60 days like I was initially told. Instead I would have to call back every 60 days. This wouldnt be an issue if I could get prompt assistance. It takes between 4-6 hours to even get to the first representative. Then it takes an additional 2 hours to get the problem solved. So typically this is a 6-8 hour process. Completely unacceptable when the issue takes less than 5 minutes for the representative to resolve.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed :

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 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Can't use card to make purchases
Company: BARCLAYS BANK DELAWARE
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year> Barclays XXXX XXXX blocked my account and when I call them to find out why, they to prove my identity. They want the front and back of my ID and a faxed copy of my SSN card, I told them I wasn't comfortable sending my SSN so they said I could provide my 1040 front page and signature page. They claim that they can't read my ID through fax when the ID is clear on my receipt so I have to wait 7-10 days to even ask if they received it. I have faxed it 3 times and physically mailed it 2 times and they claim they still don't have it. It's now XX/XX/year> and the card is still blocked. They won't help me resolve it, there is XXXX balance on my card and I can't even log in to claim my points or even just find out why they blocked the card in the first place. 

Please help me i am at my wits end and do not know what else to do.

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 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Problem with personal statement of dispute
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
Dear Consumer, Financial Protection Bureau and Credit Reporting Agency, I am writing to formally file a complaint against Transunion concerning ongoing inaccuracies in my credit report, which I believe violate several provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. 
On XX/XX/XXXX, I initiated a dispute regarding incorrect information related to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Despite providing supporting documentation that substantiated me claim, This decision raises concerns about the agencys adherence to its responsibilities under Section 607 ( b ) of the FCRA, which mandates that consumer reporting agencies must ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information they provide. 
In considering this situation, I would like to highlight the legal principle of estoppel. Estoppel prevents a party from asserting a claim or fact that is contrary to a position they have previously taken, particularly if this inconsistency would harm another party who has relied on the original position. In my case, I believe that the actions of Transunion may constitute a form of estoppel, as the agency 's initial acknowledgment of my dispute and the accuracy of my evidence should logically inform their subsequent actions regarding the accuracy of my credit report. 
Moreover, I am concerned about my privacy rights under the Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C.

552a. The presence of inaccurate information in my credit report not only misrepresents my financial status but also jeopardizes my ability to secure loans or other financial services. I believe that my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692, may also be infringed, as misleading information could lead to negative repercussions in debt collection processes.

Despite my attempts to resolve this issue directly with Transunion through a Certified letter, my concerns remain unaddressed. I urge the CFPB to investigate this matter, ensuring that Transunion is held accountable for its obligations under the relevant statutes. 
Thank you for your attention to this complaint. I look forward to your response regarding the steps that can be taken to rectify this situation.

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 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed : XXXX. XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable investigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systematic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian have neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed :

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 2025-03-03 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
There was a data breach about my information and things I have no knowledge of an I want all negative items removed from my credit reports

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-04 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my credit report and I noticed I had fraudulent accounts on my credit report. Please remove these accounts from my credit report they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED I respectfully request the elimination of these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I never authorized their inclusion. It is crucial that you promptly remove this misleading information from my records.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed : XXXXXXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation