vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
Recently I looked at my credit file and found information that can't be verified and information that are not accurate. Under 15 US code 1681e ( b ) and 15 use 1681i ( 5 ) this data on my credit is a clear violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

The following accounts are results of Identity theft! Please take action and remove them from my credit report asap! 

FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : Account Name XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
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 2025-08-12 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I reviewed my credit report and found several accounts and inquiries being reported inaccurately by the companies involved. These include charge-offs and collection accounts that show conflicting balances, inconsistent dates of first delinquency, and in some cases possible re-aging of the debt to keep it active on my report beyond the allowable time frame. Some accounts are being reported without proper validation, including missing proof of ownership or the original signed agreement. In addition, there are multiple hard inquiries that I did not authorize, which do not appear to have a permissible purpose under the law. Despite previous disputes, the companies have not provided complete and verifiable documentation to support these entries, yet they continue to be reported. These inaccuracies have been ongoing for months and are causing unnecessary damage to my creditworthiness.

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 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Savings account
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
On [ exact date ], I made a {$2000.00} auto loan payment at a Navy Federal branch. Navy Federal misapplied this payment to the wrong loan account, causing a negative balance of - {$430.00} and failing to apply the funds to my intended vehicle loan. 

I have visited the branch multiple times to correct this issue, but it remains unresolved. Navy Federal has acknowledged the error in writing yet has not restored my account, removed the negative balance, or corrected the related negative credit reporting. 

This mismanagement has directly lowered my credit score, prevented me from obtaining new credit, and caused emotional distress, embarrassment, and financial harm. Navy Federal is the only negative factor on my credit reports. 
The loan was repeatedly opened and closed, and the reports were consistently late.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
Recently I looked at my credit file and found information that can't be verified and information that are not accurate. Under 15 US code 1681e ( b ) and 15 use 1681i ( 5 ) this data on my credit is a clear violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

The following accounts are results of Identity theft! Please take action and remove them from my credit report asap! 

FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: OR

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS : XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$31000.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. 
All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, XXXX as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to formally dispute a fraudulent credit card account in my name and request immediate assistance in resolving this matter. 

I became aware of a credit card account with an outstanding balance exceeding {$1000.00} that I did not open or authorize. Upon investigation, I determined this account was opened fraudulently and is a direct result of my personal information being compromised in a recent data breach.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
Ive recently discovered several late payment notations on my credit report that are completely false, and I want to make it clear that I will not tolerate these inaccuracies being used to misjudge my financial character. These harmful entries are dragging down my credit score, affecting my access to opportunities, and putting unnecessary strain on my mental and emotional health. Some of these alleged late payments were in fact made on time, while others may stem from clerical mistakes or internal processing delays that were never communicated to me. The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires that every piece of data on a consumer report be factually accurate and verifiable by original documentation. That means if these late payment entries can not be backed up with real, dated billing statements or signed agreements, they should not be reported at all. I am demanding that these entries be immediately corrected or removed, depending on what the documentation proves. If the credit reporting agencies or furnishers continue to ignore this matter, I will interpret that as a willful and deliberate violation of federal lawand respond accordingly. I deserve better, and I will fight until this is made right.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) 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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 2025-08-12 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) 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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint regarding serious and ongoing violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and Metro 2 data furnishing guidelines by both XXXX XXXX XXXX and Jefferson Capital Systems , LLC. 

1. Mission Lanes Ongoing Furnishing After Claiming They Sold the Account I have disputed the XXXX XXXX tradeline ( Original Account # XXXX  ) multiple times ( XX/XX/scrub>XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>, and XX/XX/year>XXXX  ) via certified mail. 

XXXX XXXX responded on XX/XX/year> and again on XX/XX/year> stating that the account was sold and transferred to Jefferson Capital Systems , LLC. 

Despite claiming they no longer own or service the account, my XXXX 3-Bureau Credit Report dated XX/XX/year> shows XXXX XXXX is still reporting the account to XXXX XXXX  and XXXX  as a charged-off debt with a balance and ongoing payment history. 

This is a clear violation of FCRA 623 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( furnishing information known to be inaccurate ), 623 ( a ) ( 2 ) ( failure to update inaccurate or incomplete information ), and Metro 2 reporting standards which require Sold to Another Lender status or deletion.

2. Jefferson Capitals Failure to Validate the Debt On XX/XX/year>, I sent Jefferson Capital a lawful FDCPA 809 ( b ) debt validation request via certified mail demanding full documentation, including proof of assignment, a copy of the signed contract, and an account ledger. 

On XX/XX/year>, Jefferson Capital sent me only a Notice of Assignment stating they own the account. They provided none of the requested validation documents. 

A mere ownership notice is not lawful validation under FDCPA 809 ( b ). They have failed to prove the debts validity or their legal right to collect or furnish it. 

Jefferson Capital has not yet reported the tradeline, but if they do so without validation, it will violate FDCPA 807 ( 8 ) and FCRA 623 ( a ) ( 1 ).

3. Conflicting and Harmful Reporting XXXX XXXX continued furnishing after disclaiming ownership, and Jeffersons claim of ownership without proof, create an unresolved conflict that materially impacts the accuracy of my consumer reports, in violation of FCRA 607 ( b ) ( maximum possible accuracy requirement ). 

These actions cause significant harm to my creditworthiness and ability to obtain credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : 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 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 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Payday loan debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Crow Creek Sioux Tribe
State: IA

Complaint narrative:
River Valley loan says I have a loan out with them even though I dont Ive disputed this numerous times because its on my XXXX XXXX credit report I did investigation into this company and they are lending illegally. I asked the company for the original loan document to look at and they are charging over 700 % APR. Ive contacted the attorney General previously who said these tribal lending loans are not legal and not enforceable. So I know this isnt my loan AND its an illegal loan, but they refuse to take it off

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 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:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year>

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 2025-08-12 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
After reviewing my consumer report, I noticed that there was still late payment on my consumer report which have never been late because the creditor failed to provide any proof or evidence so this needs to be corrected immediately to paid as agreed and never late. This account is related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRA 's definitions, rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be Corrected. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency name liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please CORRECT this item from my consumer report! According to15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports The Law clearly states : ( a ) In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681e - Compliance procedures- ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates. 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall -- i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation ; and ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Billing problem
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I would like for XXXX XXXX to send me the contract and billing information validating this debt.

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 2025-08-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
Citibank closed my credit card account in XX/XX/year>. I had mailed a check paying off the full amount, which was postmarked and delivered within the due date time, but they claimed it was received one day late and charged me late fees, which is the amount they are claiming is owed. They have previously denied my request to correct this and maintained this debt, which I have refused to pay because the USPS confirmed this payment was received by Citibank on time ; they just refused to post the payment on the day they received it. This complaint is about their reporting of that debt- they are reporting it as both past due AND account charged off, every month since they closed and charged off the account. They can not report an account as past due if it has been charged off. I am again requesting that this account be corrected and these duplicate conflicting reports be removed from all credit bureau reporting. I would also like Citibank to correct the account status and remove the past due amount as they received the payment on time.

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 2025-08-12 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because the consumer reporting agency failed to meet its obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which requires the agency to provide, upon request, a detailed description of the reinvestigation procedures used to verify disputed information. I specifically requested the name and contact information of the furnisher, the identity of the person the agency communicated with, and the documentation used to confirm the accuracy of the disputed account. The agency did not provide this information within the 15-day timeframe required by law. This lack of response is a clear violation of my rights under the FCRA.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief