vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-30 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am asking for your help to review accounts from these companies that are wrongly reporting late payments. After reviewing my credit report, I noticed some accounts showing incorrect late payment marks. There should be no late payment remarks on these accounts, so please remove them and update the accounts to show as positive and current.

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 2025-05-30 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Hello I recently noticed my credit report and found out these fraudulently opened accounts, I asked the credit bureaus to investigate them but they have not done so, this accounts should not report on my credit reports

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
My report includes inquiries that I believe do not meet the permissible purpose requirement set forth in 15 USC 1681b. I suspect these inquiries were made in error and am requesting their removal.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-30 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Struggling to repay your loan — Problem with forgiveness, cancellation, or discharge
Company: MOHELA
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Want the late payment removed off my credit report

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX  credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the TransUnion credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-30 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:
Because of a recent data breach, my credit file has been compromised by unauthorized accounts. Under 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 XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX FL XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} Inquiries XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX 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 2025-05-30 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Other banking product or service
Issue: Closing an account — Funds not received from closed account
Company: Lincoln Financial Services
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
My father passed away in XXXX of this year. Lincoln Financial contacted me regarding making a claim on his account. I submitted the forms necessary to have the funds from his account rolled over into my XXXX IRA. They sent the check with an incorrect spelling of my name so that XXXX can not deposit it in my account. In turn empower can only issue a FBO check back to Lincoln Financial, however Lincoln Financial has closed the account and can not deposit it. Therefore I am left with no way to access my inheritance because a clerical error was made. My father XXXX has been a horrible experience and this has made it immeasurably worse.

Company response to consumer: Untimely response
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-30 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA.

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 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 2025-05-30 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally seek clarification and verification regarding the legitimacy of the disputed accounts and credit inquiries listed below. It is important to ensure that all reported information is accurate and that these items are being properly investigated in accordance with my request.

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 2025-05-30 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as notice that my credit report has fraudulent accounts due to a data breach. 
Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX IL XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$0.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the TRANSUNION credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

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 2025-05-31 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. There is a car loan, a credit card, personal loans and a cell phone bill on my credit reports. I have never gave anyone permission or authorization to open these accoounts in my name. Someone has stolen my personal information and opened these accounts. This is really affecting the way i provide for my family, hendering me from getting a great job and also affecting my ability to obtain credit. Inquiries are 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

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of identity theft. There is a car loan, a credit card, personal loans and a cell phone bill on my credit reports. I have never gave anyone permission or authorization to open these accoounts in my name. Someone has stolen my personal information and opened these accounts. This is really affecting the way i provide for my family, hendering me from getting a great job and also affecting my ability to obtain credit. Inquiries are 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

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 2025-05-31 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute the accuracy and handling of the debt you allege I owed in the amount of {$150.00}. 

On XX/XX/year>, I was contacted by your agency regarding this debt. I was offered a settlement option to resolve and fully satisfy the account for {$87.00}, with the understanding that this payment would close the account and remove the negative reporting from my credit. 

I made the full payment of {$87.00} on XX/XX/year>, and it cleared my account on XX/XX/year>. To date, I have not received any written confirmation, receipt, or acknowledgment of this payment, which violates best practices and transparency expected from a debt collector. 

Even more concerning, on XX/XX/year>, Jefferson Capital Systems reported to XXXX that I still owe the full balance of {$150.00}, which is false and a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 

Under the FCRA, you are required to report accurate information to credit bureaus. Reporting a balance that has been settled in full as part of a negotiated agreement is misleading and damaging to my credit. 

I am demanding the following actions be taken immediately : 1. Correct the information you reported to XXXX, accurately reflecting the debt as settled in full with a {$0.00} balance as of XX/XX/year>. 
2. Provide written confirmation of the payment made and that the account is resolved.

3. Cease all further collection efforts regarding this account. 

If you fail to comply with these requests, I am prepared to escalate this matter by filing complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my state attorney generals office. I will also consider legal action for the damages caused by your inaccurate and deceptive reporting practices. 

Please respond to this letter in writing within 10 business days of receipt.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-30 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint regarding hard inquiries reported by Equifax that I do not believe were properly authorized. These include : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX To the best of my knowledge, I did not provide clear, informed consent for these creditors to access my credit report, especially in a manner that would result in hard inquiries. These may have been generated during a car dealership visit or online inquiry, but at no point did I approve multiple creditors pulling my credit or agree to financing applications with these specific entities. If my information was shared or used in a broader auto loan application process, it was done without proper transparency or disclosure. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681b ( a ), hard inquiries must be made only with a legitimate permissible purpose and with clear consumer consent. If that consent was not properly obtained or documented, the inquiry should not appear on my credit report.

Multiple consumers have experienced similar issues with dealerships running their credit without full disclosure, and I believe I may have been subjected to this kind of conduct. The resulting inquiries are now negatively affecting my credit profile and were not authorized in the way required by law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and noticed that I have fraudulent accounts on my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

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 2025-05-31 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and noticed that I have fraudulent accounts on my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: FL

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 TILA US Code 1666B 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 ( FCBA ) 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 2025-05-31 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:
Hello! I'm submitting this complaint to follow up my prvious letter dated XX/XX/XXXX that I'm requesting for removal of Fraudulent items from my file. The Credit Bureau failed to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC sections 1681i within the time declared by law and continued reporting of unconfirmed information which now, given all my attempts to address it directly with the creditor, as willful negligence and non-compliance with federal statutes. Please remove the following items completely from my Credit Reports : XXXX XXXX balance : {$3800.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  balance {$1800.00} XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX balance XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-31 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Hello! I'm submitting this complaint to follow up my prvious letter dated XX/XX/XXXX that I'm requesting for removal of Fraudulent items from my file. The Credit Bureau failed to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC sections 1681i within the time declared by law and continued reporting of unconfirmed information which now, given all my attempts to address it directly with the creditor, as willful negligence and non-compliance with federal statutes. Please remove the following items completely from my Credit Reports : XXXX XXXX balance : {$3800.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  balance {$1800.00} XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX balance XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX balance XXXX XXXX XXXX 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