Consumer complaint received 2025-06-03 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Texas, XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) P.O. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, IA XXXX Subject : CFPB XXXX Payment Removal - Final Request Dear CFPB Representative, I am filing a formal complaint against EquifaxXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  for failing to correct inaccurate information regarding XXXX payments reported on my credit report for account XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Despite multiple written requests for correction ( letters dated XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX ), my requests have been ignored, constituting a violation of multiple federal statutes, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ). 
Violations Committed : Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Violations : Under XXXX XXXX Code XXXX, creditors must send periodic statements at least XXXX days before the payment due date. The continued reporting of this inaccurate XXXX payment demonstrates a failure to comply with this requirement. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX mandates that credit reporting agencies ensure the accuracy of consumer credit files. In my case, this obligation has not been upheld. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( b ) requires that consumer reporting agencies maintain reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy in credit reports. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( d ) ( XXXX ) ( A ) ( i ) states that certain transactions and experiences should not be considered part of a consumer report if they do not meet specific criteria. 
Truth in Lending Act ( XXXX ) Violations : The TILA emphasizes the necessity of accurate and timely disclosures to consumers. The wrongful reporting of a XXXX payment has XXXX my creditworthiness, causing XXXX XXXX XXXX 
XXXX XXXX ( GLBA ) Violations : XXXX XXXX Code XXXX, XXXX XXXX Code XXXX, and XXXX XXXX Code XXXX require XXXX institutions to protect consumer privacy and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. The mishandling of my credit information suggests a failure to meet these obligations. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX of Obligations XXXX ( XXXX ) : This act holds creditors accountable for providing timely statements and preventing unfair penalties. The continued presence of this XXXX  payment on my report contradicts this protection. 
XXXX XXXX and XXXX - XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : The continued reporting of false information could be classified as a misrepresentation of identity or fraudulent reporting, which carries legal consequences under federal law. 
Formal Request for Correction : I formally demand the immediate removal of the inaccurate late payment notation from my credit report. 
If this issue is not resolved immediately, I will escalate my complaint further, including potential legal action and filing additional complaints with relevant agencies. 
Reference to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXe ) : The terms of our agreement have always been met, and the account in question must reflect the status of " XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  '' I request documented proof supporting the claim of late payments, including : Dates, amounts, and all communication records indicating that the payments were actually XXXX 
In the absence of valid proof, I expect an immediate correction of my credit report. 
If, after investigation, you fail to provide verifiable proof of late payments, I demand that the account be updated immediately to reflect its accurate status as XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX '' Per the FCRA, I expect a timely investigation and a written response within XXXX  days from the receipt of this dispute letter. Failure to comply will be considered a direct violation of multiple federal laws. 

Discrepancies and errors in the Bank XXXX XXXX account Payment status mismatch : XXXX XXXX  Equifax report the account as Current, while XXXX  shows Late XXXX Days. 


Account status conflict : XXXX XXXX XXXX  report the account as XXXX, but Equifax shows it as XXXX. 


Late payment inconsistency : XXXX XXXX XXXX  show XXXX  payments in XXXX, while Equifax shows no XXXX payments at all. 


Creditor remarks vary : XXXX states Canceled by credit grantor, while Equifax notes XXXX disputes - reinvestigation in progress. 


Dispute status differs : Equifax shows the account as disputed, but XXXX and XXXX state not disputed. 
These inconsistencies strongly indicate reporting errors. Please investigate and remove the inaccurate XXXX payments from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ensure fair and accurate reporting. 
XXXX Requested : XXXX removal of the XXXX  payment notation from my credit report. 
Written confirmation of the correction. 
Acknowledgment of compliance with federal laws. 
I trust that you will promptly rectify this issue and ensure my credit report reflects accurate information. Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation