vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
It is disheartening to come across an error indicating a late payment on my account, especially considering my consistent track record of meeting payment deadlines. This oversight is causing unnecessary stress, and I urge you to promptly correct it by ensuring my records accurately reflect my payment history.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I recognize the importance of removing any inaccurate accounts from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please review the documents? I've observed discrepancies in several listed accounts, which is troubling to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 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:
16 CFR 313.7 Form of opt out notice to consumers ; opt out methods. 
( a ) ( 1 ) Form of opt out notice. If you are required to provide an opt out notice under 313.10 ( a ), you must provide a clear and conspicuous notice to each of your consumers that accurately explains the right to opt out under that section. The notice must state : ( i ) That you disclose or reserve the right to disclose nonpublic personal information about your consumer to a nonaffiliated third party ; ( ii ) That the consumer has the right to opt out of that disclosure; and ( iii ) A reasonable means by which the consumer may exercise the opt out right. 
`15 USC 1681b ( c ) Furnishing reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( 3 ) Information regarding inquiries ; Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer.

15 USC 1681b Permissible purpose of consumer reports ( 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, the consumer, never gave XXXX XXXX Bank, XXXX, XXXX, XXXXXXXX, XXXX, or any other consumer reporting agency written permission or consent to obtain my information or to furnish my information. I have sent an opt out notice and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. is continuing to report this negative, closed account within my consumer report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
16 CFR 313.7 Form of opt out notice to consumers ; opt out methods.

( a ) ( 1 ) Form of opt out notice. If you are required to provide an opt out notice under 313.10 ( a ), you must provide a clear and conspicuous notice to each of your consumers that accurately explains the right to opt out under that section. The notice must state : ( i ) That you disclose or reserve the right to disclose nonpublic personal information about your consumer to a nonaffiliated third party ; ( ii ) That the consumer has the right to opt out of that disclosure; and ( iii ) A reasonable means by which the consumer may exercise the opt out right. 
`15 USC 1681b ( c ) Furnishing reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( XXXX ) Information regarding inquiries ; Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer.

15 USC 1681b Permissible purpose of consumer reports ( 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, the consumer, never gave XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX, or any other consumer reporting agency written permission or consent to obtain my information or to furnish my information. I have sent an opt out notice and XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX. is continuing to report this negative, closed account within my consumer report.

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 2024-04-24 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:
16 CFR 313.7 Form of opt out notice to consumers ; opt out methods.

( a ) ( 1 ) Form of opt out notice. If you are required to provide an opt out notice under 313.10 ( a ), you must provide a clear and conspicuous notice to each of your consumers that accurately explains the right to opt out under that section. The notice must state : ( i ) That you disclose or reserve the right to disclose nonpublic personal information about your consumer to a nonaffiliated third party ; ( ii ) That the consumer has the right to opt out of that disclosure; and ( iii ) A reasonable means by which the consumer may exercise the opt out right.

`15 USC 1681b ( c ) Furnishing reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( 3 ) Information regarding inquiries ; Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer.

15 USC 1681b Permissible purpose of consumer reports ( 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, the consumer, never gave XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Transunion, or any other consumer reporting agency written permission or consent to obtain my information or to furnish my information. I have sent an opt out notice and XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX. is continuing to report this negative, closed account within my consumer report.

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 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
As someone who has consistently adhered to payment deadlines, it is troubling to discover an error suggesting a late payment on my account. This mistake is causing undue stress, and I urge you to promptly correct it by ensuring my records are updated accordingly.

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 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I recognize the importance of removing any inaccurate accounts from my credit report in accordance with FCRA 605B. Could you please review the documents? I've observed discrepancies in several listed accounts, which is troubling to me.

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 2024-04-24 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my credit report and noticed an account that was not reporting accurately, i had two late payments on an account that i was in fact paid on time. The consumer reporting agencies have need to report all information with complete accuracy. this account has not been late on payments i've attached a copy of my report to this complaint on the following dates ( XX/XX/2022 and XX/XX/2022 ) I'm now requesting you investigate and provide verifiable proof with records showing that I had late payments. If this information can not be verified I demand these payments be updated to paid on time immediately. Thank you for your understanding and prompt

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 2024-04-24 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to request the removal of fraudulent accounts from my credit report. I have discovered that my personal information was used without my consent to open the following accounts : Account name : XXXX XXXX, opened on XX/XX/2022, with a balance of {$9300.00} and XXXX XXXX, opened XX/XX/2022 with a balance of {$7300.00}. I have already filed an Identity Theft Report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and a police report with my local law enforcement agency. For over 120 days, I have been consistently submitting disputes to your agency regarding these fraudulent accounts, yet the information remains on my credit report. Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, I am requesting that you conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of the disputed information to verify its accuracy and promptly delete any inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable information from my credit report. Furthermore, under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, I am requesting that you block the fraudulent accounts listed above from appearing on my credit report. The FCRA requires credit bureaus to block the reporting of any information related to identity theft if the consumer provides appropriate documentation, including a copy of an Identity Theft Report. Under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), you are required to complete the reinvestigation within 30 days of receiving my request. Failure to comply with this provision may result in legal penalties and civil liability. Additionally, I would like to remind you of your obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 3 ) ( B ), which requires you to promptly notify the information furnisher of my dispute. If the furnisher is unable to verify the disputed information, it must be removed from my credit report. Please note that under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), you must complete the reinvestigation within 30 days of receiving my request. Failure to comply with this provision may result in legal penalties and civil liability. In addition, I would like to remind you of your obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 3 ) ( B ), which requires you to promptly notify the information furnisher of my dispute. If the furnisher is unable to verify the disputed information, it must be removed from my credit report. I expect a prompt response to my request, and I will consider any unreasonable delays as a violation of the FCRA. To protect my rights, I have documented all communication related to this matter. I also request that you provide me with written confirmation of the removal of the fraudulent accounts from my credit report.

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 2024-04-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to request the removal of fraudulent accounts from my credit report. I have discovered that my personal information was used without my consent to open the following accounts : Account name : XXXX XXXX, opened on XX/XX/2022, with a balance of {$9300.00} and XXXX XXXX, opened XX/XX/2022 with a balance of {$7300.00}. I have already filed an Identity Theft Report with the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and a police report with my local law enforcement agency. For over 120 days, I have been consistently submitting disputes to your agency regarding these fraudulent accounts, yet the information remains on my credit report. Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, I am requesting that you conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of the disputed information to verify its accuracy and promptly delete any inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable information from my credit report. Furthermore, under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2, I am requesting that you block the fraudulent accounts listed above from appearing on my credit report. The FCRA requires credit bureaus to block the reporting of any information related to identity theft if the consumer provides appropriate documentation, including a copy of an Identity Theft Report. Under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), you are required to complete the reinvestigation within 30 days of receiving my request. Failure to comply with this provision may result in legal penalties and civil liability. Additionally, I would like to remind you of your obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 3 ) ( B ), which requires you to promptly notify the information furnisher of my dispute. If the furnisher is unable to verify the disputed information, it must be removed from my credit report. Please note that under the FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), you must complete the reinvestigation within 30 days of receiving my request. Failure to comply with this provision may result in legal penalties and civil liability. In addition, I would like to remind you of your obligations under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 3 ) ( B ), which requires you to promptly notify the information furnisher of my dispute. If the furnisher is unable to verify the disputed information, it must be removed from my credit report. I expect a prompt response to my request, and I will consider any unreasonable delays as a violation of the FCRA. To protect my rights, I have documented all communication related to this matter. I also request that you provide me with written confirmation of the removal of the fraudulent accounts from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
The unverified item listed below remain on my credit report in violation of Federal Law. You are required under the FCRA to have a copy of the original creditors documentation on file to verify that this information is mine and is correct.

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 2024-04-24 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Dispute of Repossession Entry on Credit Report To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute an entry on my credit report regarding a repossession of a vehicle. Pursuant to consumer law, specifically UCC 9-506, I believe this entry is inaccurate and does not reflect the circumstances surrounding the repossession accurately. 

The entry in question is as follows : Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date of Repossession : XX/XX/2023 I respectfully assert that this entry is inaccurate for the following reasons : XXXX. Lack of Proper Notification : According to XXXX XXXX, the creditor must provide the debtor with reasonable notification before disposing of the repossessed property. I did not receive adequate notification of the repossession, nor was I given an opportunity to cure the default as required by law. 

XXXX. Failure to Sell in a Commercially Reasonable Manner : XXXX XXXX also mandates that the creditor must sell the repossessed property in a commercially reasonable manner. I have reason to believe that the sale of the vehicle did not meet this standard, and therefore, the deficiency balance may not accurately reflect the fair market value of the vehicle. 

XXXX. Violation of State-Specific Laws : Additionally, [ XXXX XXXX ] state law imposes certain requirements on creditors regarding repossession procedures. I believe that the creditor may have violated these state-specific laws in their handling of the repossession. 

I request that you investigate this matter promptly and remove the inaccurate entry from my credit report. Please provide me with written confirmation once the investigation is complete and the entry has been corrected. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you require any further information or documentation, please do not hesitate to contact me at the address or phone number provided above. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-04-24 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
Subject : Dispute of Repossession Entry on Credit Report To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally dispute an entry on my credit report regarding a repossession of a vehicle. Pursuant to consumer law, specifically UCC 9-506, I believe this entry is inaccurate and does not reflect the circumstances surrounding the repossession accurately. 

The entry in question is as follows : Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of Repossession : XX/XX/year> I respectfully assert that this entry is inaccurate for the following reasons : XXXX. Lack of Proper Notification : According to UCC 9-506, the creditor must provide the debtor with reasonable notification before disposing of the repossessed property. I did not receive adequate notification of the repossession, nor was I given an opportunity to cure the default as required by law.

2. Failure to Sell in a Commercially Reasonable Manner : UCC 9-506 also mandates that the creditor must sell the repossessed property in a commercially reasonable manner. I have reason to believe that the sale of the vehicle did not meet this standard, and therefore, the deficiency balance may not accurately reflect the fair market value of the vehicle.

3. Violation of State-Specific Laws : Additionally, [ State Name ] state law imposes certain requirements on creditors regarding repossession procedures. I believe that the creditor may have violated these state-specific laws in their handling of the repossession.

I request that you investigate this matter promptly and remove the inaccurate entry from my credit report. Please provide me with written confirmation once the investigation is complete and the entry has been corrected.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you require any further information or documentation, please do not hesitate to contact me at the address or phone number provided above. 

Sincerely, 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 2024-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Auto debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was paid
Company: CL Holdings LLC
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I am not liable for this debt with XXXX. I do not have a contract with the collection agency, Jefferson Capital Systems , LLC, trying to collect the alleged debt and Jefferson Capital Systems , LLC did not provide me with the original contract as requested. The debt was paid by my insurance company years ago.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-04-24 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 recently reviewed a copy of my credit report and noticed Inhad fraudulent accounts on my report. Please remove these accounts from my report, they are hurting my ability to obtain credit. I do not recognize these accounts and did not authorize them. They are reported by third party.

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 2024-04-24 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint against Equifax, a consumer reporting agency, for its failure to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and rectify a violation regarding the reinsertion of previously deleted material into my credit report. 
I sent a letter to Equifax notifying them of the reinsertion of an XXXX XXXX account number XXXX and XXXX XXXX account number XXXX into my credit report without proper certification of accuracy and notification to me, as mandated by FCRA Section 611 ( B ). Despite waiting for 35 days after sending the letter, Equifax has failed to remove the reinserted account from my credit report, continuing to violate FCRA regulations Equifax 's actions have caused significant inconvenience and potential harm to my credit profile, impacting my ability to access fair credit terms and financial opportunities. Despite my efforts to resolve this matter directly with Equifax, they have neglected to take appropriate action, demonstrating a lack of accountability and compliance with federal consumer protectionlaws.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief