vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 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: DE

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you -- 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. 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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 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:
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 2025-11-14 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:
Please review the attached document. 
It has now been over 60 days since I submitted my dispute to the credit bureau, and they have failed to conduct a proper investigation, provide verification, or correct the inaccurate information, as required by the FCRA. 

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ), the credit bureau must complete a reinvestigation within 30 days, with a possible XXXX extension only if I provided additional information which I did not. The bureau is now in clear violation of federal law for failing to respond within the required timeframe. 

The attached document contains all evidence showing : The disputed items, The inconsistencies and inaccuracies, The lack of proper verification, And the absence of any resolution after more than 60 days. 

I am requesting that the CFPB review the attachment and order the credit bureau to delete all unverified, inaccurate, or non-compliant information immediately, since they failed to complete the investigation within the legally mandated timeframe. 

Thank you.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX request-I am submitting this complaint against Portfolio Recovery Associates XXXX They have been contacting me repeatedly. They are attempting to collect an alleged debt of {$490.00}. COMPLAINT ID XXXX SUBMITTED ON XX/XX/year> PRODUCT Debt collection ISSUE Communication tactics -Again I do not owe Portfolio Recovery Associates for this debt claim that was created by buying debt that I denies is correct and by law I want this negative information removed from all of my credit reports. 

I request that the negative information be removed immediately with no exceptions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account — Transaction was not authorized
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
In XX/XX/year>, my mobile phone was lost/stolen. An unknown individual gained access to my device, personal information, and my Bank of America debit card information. Using this unauthorized access, they created an online gambling account at XXXX XXXX XXXX using my personal details and then made approximately {$30000.00} in unauthorized debit card transactions from my Bank of America account over the course of several days. 

I did not authorize any of these transactions, I did not open a Hard Rock Bet account, and I have never used online gambling services. The transactions were made by the individual who stole/possessed my device. 

I reported the fraud to Bank of America immediately and submitted evidence including : Proof my phone was lost/stolen Timeline of events Screenshots showing unauthorized activity My communication with the merchant My statement that the account was not opened by me Evidence that the individual used my phone and personal data ( If applicable ) Police report Bank of America opened a claim but denied it. Their stated reason was that XXXX XXXX XXXX declined the chargeback because the email, phone number, and personal details on the fraudulent XXXX XXXX XXXX account matched my identity which is expected because the criminal had possession of my phone and access to my accounts. 

Under Regulation E, unauthorized electronic fund transfers must be refunded unless the bank can prove that the consumer affirmatively acted to authorize the transaction. I did not. The criminal used my stolen device and personal information without my permission. 

Bank of America has now denied my claim multiple times despite clear evidence of identity theft and unauthorized use. I have repeatedly asked them to reinvestigate, but each time they have simply repeated their denial without addressing the new evidence I provided. 

Bank of America did not provide a sufficient explanation of how they determined the transactions were authorized, nor did they provide documentation showing that I initiated or benefited from these gambling transactions. 

I am requesting that the CFPB assist in requiring Bank of America to : 1. Properly reinvestigate the unauthorized transactions as required under Regulation E ; 2. Provide a written explanation and documentation for their determination ; 3. Refund the {$30000.00} in unauthorized transactions ; 4. Report what steps they took to verify that these were not transactions made by a criminal using my stolen phone and personal information.

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 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: RI

Complaint narrative:
DOB and SSN was involved in transunion data breach.

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 2025-11-14 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:
In accordance with the Fair credit Reporting Act, the following accounts listed in the attachments have violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. I would like to assert that no permissible purpose under 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) has been established and under the Fair Credit Reporting Act this must be established.

15 U.S.C 6802 ( a ) A financial institution may not, directly or through any affiliate, disclose to a non affiliated third party any nonpublic personal information. 15 U.S.C 6802 ( b ) ( 1 ) A financial institution may not disclose nonpublic personal information to a nonaffiliated third party unless ( A ) such financial institution clearly and conspicuously discloses to the consumer, in writing or in electronic form or other form permitted by the regulations prescribed under section 6804 of this title, that such information may be disclosed to such third party ; ( B ) the consumer is given the opportunity, before the time that such information is initially disclosed, to direct that such information not be disclosed to such third party ; and ( C ) the consumer is given an explanation of how the consumer can exercise that nondisclosure option.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C section 604 A Section 2 : States a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information. Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than 7 years.

15 U.S.C 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments, A credit may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose 15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

15 U.S. Code 1681i ) : You have the right to dispute any information on your credit report that is inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or unverifiable.

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 2025-11-14 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Please inspect the materials provided ; the questions came in without prior warning and could be unapproved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 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:
List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681.

I looked at my Experian, XXXX XXXX XXXX  credit report on XX/XX/year>, and noticed some things are incomplete and not accurate. And according to the fair credit reporting act 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 according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

And according to 15 USC 1681 5 they are suppose to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generallf, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the 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. 

And according to 15 USC 1681s-2 they are suppose to not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

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 2025-11-14 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
The reporting of this Inquiries/charge-off/collection account is inaccurate, incomplete, and unverifiable. The furnisher has failed to provide legally required documentation proving the validity of the debt, the amount claimed, or my liability for it. Continuing to report unverifiable and inaccurate information on my credit file is a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and my consumer rights. This account is being reported in a manner that is misleading and damaging to my creditworthiness, and I dispute its accuracy in its entirety.

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 2025-11-14 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
The reporting of this Inquiries/charge-off/collection account is inaccurate, incomplete, and unverifiable. The furnisher has failed to provide legally required documentation proving the validity of the debt, the amount claimed, or my liability for it. Continuing to report unverifiable and inaccurate information on my credit file is a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), and my consumer rights. This account is being reported in a manner that is misleading and damaging to my creditworthiness, and I dispute its accuracy in its entirety.

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 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: WI

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the recent response provided in regard to my complaint filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) concerning the inaccurate reporting of a bankruptcy on my credit file. I have serious concerns about the validity of credit bureaus verification process and the credibility of the information allegedly used to substantiate this reporting. The CFPB response states that the disputed public record, labeled as " Public Record - Federal - XXXX AS REPORTED, '' has been reviewed and verified. However, I have obtained clear, written confirmation from the relevant court ( U.S BANKRUPTCY COURT ) that they do not report or furnish bankruptcy proceedings information to credit reporting agencies. This official statement from the court raises serious questions about who, in fact, provided the information used in your " verification '' process. Furthermore, I contacted XXXX, a known third-party data provider, and they confirmed that they have no record of the bankruptcy account in question. This evidence contradicts any claim that the information was verified as reported. Given that : XXXX. XXXX. The court itself has stated it does not report information to credit bureaus. XXXX, a potential data source, has confirmed no record of the account. It is clear that TransUnion lacks a reliable and valid source to justify the continued reporting of this bankruptcy on my credit file. This failure in the verification process constitutes a direct violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) under Section 611, which requires that consumer reporting agencies conduct a reasonable investigation to ensure the accuracy of information included in consumer files.

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 2025-11-14 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to dispute the following accounts that have been inaccurately reported on my credit report. The accounts listed below contain errors that violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) due to incomplete or inaccurate reporting. 

Charged Off Accounts : XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX Account XXXX : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$0.00} Inquiries : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — CD (Certificate of Deposit)
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I worked with someone locally who ran into roadblocks of any documentation whatsoever as to whether or not the CD was cashed, which I believe never was. I am requesting info on the cashout or renewal but they are telling me that they can not provide it because they only keep records for XXXX  years. I don't believe it ; there has to be some proof of something because I thought I could leave it in there for a long time and now they're telling me they just don't see any record?

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 2025-11-14 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a dispute regarding certain inaccurate and incomplete items on my credit report. Below are the accounts in dispute, separated by bureau, for your review and investigation. 

CHARGED OFF XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Open Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$800.00} Dispute Reason : This account has inaccurate reporting. Please verify or remove if incorrect. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Open Date : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$6900.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have found these unverified items on my credit report and I'm asking for these items to be removed as it will affect my credit standing.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-14 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: DE

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 2025-11-14 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the collection account your company, XXXX XXXX, has reported on my credit file. This account is completely inaccurate and not my responsibility. 
I have repeatedly requested proof of validity, and none has been provided. In fact, XXXX  has already deleted this account from my credit report because it was deemed inaccurate, incomplete, and unverifiable. Despite this, your company continues to report it, which is causing me serious financial harm. 
The account in question is for over {$4000.00}, yet it does not even identify who you are representing. This lack of transparency and failure to validate the debt violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 
I am demanding that you immediately delete this account from all credit reporting agencies. Continuing to report unverifiable information is unlawful and damaging. 
Please confirm in writing that this account has been removed. 

im tired of resolving this with the bureaus i need your help

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