vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NV

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
My credit file now contains fraudulent accounts due to a major data breach. Under Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I am requesting blocking and deletion within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX GA XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$600.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/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 2025-05-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
This is my fourth request for details of the procedure you followed when investigating.I sent you a several request for these accounts that I found fraudulent, but you didn\'t look into them all. You know, I researched the legislation and my consumer rights, and the Fair Credit Reporting Act states that a consumer has the right to ask for an explanation of the process used to determine the accuracy and completeness of disputed information. Additionally, it specifies that the credit bureau must respond to the consumer\ 's request for a report of such investigations within 15 days. Where is it? 
XXXX - XXXX - Under 15 USC 1666 Billing Error - Please Update to Never Late

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year>, a dispute was sent to the company by me about the amount of {$970.00}. Proper investigation by the company was not done.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally report that my personal information was compromised as a result of the Equifax data breach. This breach has directly led to the fraudulent use of my identity, as documented in my report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). 

The accounts listed in my FTC Identity Theft Report are fraudulent and were opened without my knowledge or authorization. These accounts are a direct result of the exposure of my private information during the Equifax breach. 

Given the gravity of this situation and the ongoing impact on my financial and personal well-being, I am requesting that the accounts listed in my FTC report be removed from my credit reports within four ( 4 ) days of receipt of this notice.

Please consider this an urgent matter requiring immediate action. I am exercising my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act to dispute and request the prompt removal of these fraudulent accounts.

Attached to this correspondence are copies of my FTC Identity Theft Report, My notarized affidavit, and any other relevant documentation to assist in verifying my claim. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this serious matter.

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 2025-05-26 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:
I am writing to formally report that my personal information was compromised as a result of the Equifax data breach. This breach has directly led to the fraudulent use of my identity, as documented in my report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ). 

The accounts listed in my FTC Identity Theft Report are fraudulent and were opened without my knowledge or authorization. These accounts are a direct result of the exposure of my private information during the Equifax breach. 

Given the gravity of this situation and the ongoing impact on my financial and personal well-being, I am requesting that the accounts listed in my FTC report be removed from my credit reports within four ( 4 ) days of receipt of this notice.

Please consider this an urgent matter requiring immediate action. I am exercising my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act to dispute and request the prompt removal of these fraudulent accounts.

Attached to this correspondence are copies of my FTC Identity Theft Report, My notarized affidavit, and any other relevant documentation to assist in verifying my claim. 

Thank you for your prompt attention to this serious matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Money order, traveler's check or cashier's check
Issue: Problem with customer service — 
Company: WESTERN UNION COMPANY, THE
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I submitted a Money Order Research Photocopy Request to Western Union twice by mail, each time including the required {$15.00} processing fee and supporting documentation. Despite confirming that the money order was never cashed, I have received no response or resolution from Western Union. 

I have made numerous phone calls to customer service and spoken with several representatives, including XXXX ( ID XXXX ), XXXX ( ID XXXX ), XXXX ( ID XXXX ), XXXX ( ID XXXX ), and XXXX ( ID XXXX ). I was given two case numbers : # XXXX and # XXXX. I was repeatedly promised call-backs and emails from supervisors, which never occurred. In several instances, I was placed on hold for over an hour or disconnected entirely. I no longer trust that the information provided by customer service is accurate. 

I was also given an email address for escalation : XXXX, which turned out to be invalid for that purpose. However, I still sent an email to that address with the following attachments : A bank statement showing proof of purchase Cashed money order receipts showing that Western Union did receive my mailed request To date, I have not received any confirmation that my requests were processed, or any updates about the status. I have followed all instructions required by Western Union, yet my case continues to go unresolved, and I am being denied access to a photocopy of my own money order. 

I am requesting immediate action from Western Union to : 1. Confirm receipt of both mailed requests 2. Provide a copy of the money order or proof it was cashed 3. Issue a refund if applicable Western Unions failure to communicate, honor its own refund policy, and provide a legitimate escalation process is unacceptable and requires regulatory attention.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am a data breach victim and fraudulent accounts were added to my credit file. In accordance with Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and remove them within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX  XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date 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 2025-05-26 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: IA

Complaint narrative:
I recently checked my report and noticed multiple inaccurate accounts reporting and I request the automatic deletion of these accounts

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 2025-05-26 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am writing to dispute an account appearing on my credit report that I do not recognize and for which I never applied. 

The unauthorized account is listed under : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  I want to unequivocally state that I have never applied for any credit product or account with XXXX  XXXX XXXX. I have no relationship with this financial institution. This account is fraudulent and was opened without my knowledge or authorization. 

The presence of this fraudulent account on my credit report is negatively impacting my creditworthiness and causing me significant distress. 

I am requesting that the CFPB investigate this matter thoroughly and take immediate action to have this unauthorized account permanently deleted from all of my credit reports ( Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion ). I also request that the CFPB ensure that any associated inquiries or negative marks are removed. 

Please advise on the next steps in this process and what additional information you may require from me. I am committed to cooperating fully to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This is to formally notify you that a data breach resulted in fraudulent accounts on my credit report. Under Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I request their immediate blocking and removal within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XXXX, Balance : {$290.00}

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 2025-05-26 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: IL

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 2025-05-26 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the documents needed are picture ID, a bill and a letter helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt XXXX, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items of which only 2 are required per the law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ).

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 2025-05-26 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:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. 

Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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:
This correspondence is to inform you of fraudulent accounts added to my credit profile due to a data breach. In compliance with Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete the accounts within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX - Account Number XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Vertical Screen
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
On XXXX XXXX I went to XXXX in XXXX, XXXX  to take a XXXX  XXXX  for the XXXX XXXX  at XXXX XXXX XXXX in XXXX XXXX. I submitted a XXXX  to be tested for acceptance into XXXX  XXXX. These results were sent to the company the school used for the background and drug screening called Vertical Screen , Inc. in XXXX, XXXX. This company did not update my information on the portal until XX/XX/year> with my test results which showed a XXXX  XXXX  result. This not only is very false information because theres no way in this world that result was mine. I have been XXXX  XXXX  for XXXX  and take it very seriously as I lead others in their XXXX  now. They also put on the paperwork sent to my school that they tried to contact me multiple times and never could reach me. That is a complete lie also because I checked all missed calls and voicemails received in the last XXXX XXXX  and no one of them were from this company or XXXX. I am writing to let you know that XXXX and this vertical screen company provided false test results to the XXXX XXXX  XXXX and I could potentially lose my seat in XXXX school because of their actions! I work for a place that does XXXX  XXXX  screenings and have never failed a test with them. I have spoke with an attorney about this matter. This is not good for their businesses nor myself as I am the wrongfully accused in this situation and they are telling lies and presenting false screenings that will forever affect me. It is now on my permanent record and all because they messed up and failed me as a XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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:
This letter is a formal notice of dispute under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) regarding inaccurately reported late payment dates on the above-referenced account appearing in my credit file. 
The reported derogatory payment data is factually and legally incorrect and constitutes a violation of my rights under multiple federal statutes. 
Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX FCRA SECTION 602 RIGHT TO PRIVACY ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ) Under the FCRA, I have a right to privacy in the handling and dissemination of my credit information. The credit bureau is not permitted to report data that is inaccurate, unverifiable, or misleading, especially when such reporting creates a false impression of delinquency. 
FCRA SECTION 604 ( a ) ( 2 ) NO WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION GIVEN ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ) Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ), consumer reporting agencies are prohibited from furnishing account information without the consumers written instructions. I have never given written authorization for the dissemination of false or misleading late payment information. 
TILA SECTION 1666b IMPROPER LATE PAYMENT DESIGNATION ( 15 U.S.C. 1666b ) According to the Truth in Lending Act, a creditor may not treat a payment on an open-end credit account as late for any purpose if received by the due date or within the grace period. Reporting a late payment that was not legally late is a blatant violation of this federal protection and exposes both the data furnisher and the credit reporting agency to liability under 15 U.S.C. 1681i.

DEMAND FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION I am not requesting deletion of the account, but I am demanding that the late payment data be immediately corrected or removed from my credit file. You are required by law to conduct a reasonable investigation within 30 days per 15 U.S.C. 1681i, and to correct or delete any information that is inaccurate or unverifiable.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation