vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally address the ongoing noncompliance of your agency in relation to my identity theft report, which I previously submitted in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Despite having sent multiple letters, your agency has repeatedly rejected my identity theft report on the grounds that it was not filed by a law enforcement agency. This decision is not in compliance with the FCRA and fails to recognize the guidance provided by identitytheft.gov as mandated by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ). 

As you are aware, the FCRA at Section 605B and the guidance provided by the CFPB under identitytheft.gov clearly outline the process for filing an identity theft report. The CFPB specifically states that victims of identity theft can file a report directly through identitytheft.gov, which then becomes a valid identity theft report under the FCRA. Nowhere does the FCRA require this report to be submitted by law enforcement for it to be valid.

Furthermore, under FCRA Section 617, your agency is legally required to investigate and resolve any identity theft dispute in a timely manner, and you are prohibited from deciding unilaterally what is valid or invalid when it comes to an identity theft report that has been properly filed. Your refusal to acknowledge this report based on your own standardsrather than what is set forth in federal lawis a clear violation of the FCRA.

Legal Precedent : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) : This case underscores the importance of proper handling of disputes related to credit reporting and emphasizes that credit reporting agencies can not disregard information simply based on their own internal policies when federal law mandates a specific process. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) : This case reinforced that credit reporting agencies must follow FCRA regulations, including investigating claims of identity theft in accordance with the law, and can not arbitrarily determine what constitutes an acceptable identity theft report. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ( XXXX. XXXX XXXX ) : This decision clarified that a credit reporting agency is obligated to accept documents submitted by the consumer, as long as they meet the legal requirements for disputing inaccurate information under the FCRA. 

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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 2025-03-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Stillman, P.C. d.b.a. Stillman Law Office
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing in response to your recent communication regarding an alleged debt you claim I owe. Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g, I formally dispute this debt and request full validation of your claim. Under federal law, you are required to cease all collection activities until you provide adequate verification of the alleged debt.

Request for Verification : Under 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ), you must provide : 1.Proof of your legal standing to collect this debt, including a valid assignment or chain of title demonstrating ownership of the debt from the original creditor to your agency.

2.A full itemization of the alleged debt, including principal, interest, fees, and all charges.

3.Copies of any contracts or agreements bearing my signature that establish my liability for this alleged debt.

4.Proof that the original creditor did not receive any insurance payment, government relief, or tax write-off that nullifies the debt under case precedents such as XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 

Potential Fraud Concerns : I also challenge the legitimacy of this debt on the grounds that the original creditor may have already received compensation for any alleged loss. If the creditor was insured against default or received compensation through other means ( such as an insurance policy, a tax write-off or government bailout ), then the alleged obligation may have been extinguished. Courts have held that a party can not seek double recovery for the same loss, as seen in FDIC v. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ). 
Additionally, if the debt has been securitized and sold as part of an asset-backed security, the original creditor may no longer have a valid claim, as illustrated in XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ), which supports the principle that the note and security instrument can not be separated. 

Creditor Accepted payment. Account already discharged : The alleged debt was already paid and discharged by the alleged creditor. Please cease all collection activity.

Cease and Desist Notice : Under 15 U.S.C. 1692c ( c ), I demand that you immediately cease all collection efforts until you fully validate the debt. Failure to provide verification within 30 days will constitute a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2, and I reserve my right to file complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my State Attorney Generals Office. 

STILLMAN LAW OFFICE Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX  Reference # : XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. Ive been trying to understand some instances why the credit bureaus may take some time to respond but this is so unprofessional. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. Please take note, it is me personally who is filling this. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2025-03-18 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. Ive been trying to understand some instances why the credit bureaus may take some time to respond but this is so unprofessional. My name is XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. Please take note, it is me personally who is filling this. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

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 2025-03-18 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE XXXX XXXX BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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:
These can be combined On my credit report, you have shown incorrect accounts that should not be there at all. This is not only unjust to me, but it's also concerning, because I've never done or made any of the things you accuse me of. If you don't look into these accounts, I'll take legal action against you.

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 2025-03-18 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:
They are putting hard inquiries on my report that I did not use them or did not have them run my credit

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
They are putting hard inquiries on my report that I did not use them or did not have them run my 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
This COMPLAINT is asking for your assistance for formal request for investigation that Credit Bureaus is reporting inaccurate information. I was never late. I always made my payment on time.

I am very distressed that they have included the below information in my credit profile due to its damaging effects on my good credit standing. As they are no doubt aware, credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only accurate credit information. This is an inaccurate information and is a mistake on either your company or the reporting creditor 's part. Because of the mistake ( s ) on my credit report, I have been wrongfully denied credit recently, which was highly embarrassing and has negatively impacted my lifestyle.

I'm sure you'll agree, the late payment ( s ) needs to be Removed as soon as possible. The following information needs to be verified and updated from my credit report as soonaspossible : EXPERIAN Late XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
This COMPLAINT is asking for your assistance for formal request for investigation that Credit Bureaus is reporting inaccurate information. I was never late. I always made my payment on time.

I am very distressed that they have included the below information in my credit profile due to its damaging effects on my good credit standing. As they are no doubt aware, credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only accurate credit information. This is an inaccurate information and is a mistake on either your company or the reporting creditor 's part. Because of the mistake ( s ) on my credit report, I have been wrongfully denied credit recently, which was highly embarrassing and has negatively impacted my lifestyle.

I'm sure you'll agree, the late payment ( s ) needs to be Removed as soon as possible. The following information needs to be verified and updated from my credit report as soonaspossible : EXPERIAN Late XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-03-18 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
These accounts are inaccurate, do not comply with Metro 2 Format Compliance Standards, and are causing significant harm to my creditworthiness. Pursuant to my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 I request that these items be reinvestigated and promptly removed from my credit file.

Disputed Accounts : Account Name : XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number XXXX XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX - XXXX Account Number XXXX XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX - XXXX Account Number : XXXX Basis for Dispute : Inaccurate Reporting : The disputed accounts do not accurately reflect my credit history. Specifically, they fail to comply with the Metro 2 Format Compliance Standards, which require accurate, complete, and verifiable reporting of consumer credit information. Violation of the FCRA : Under Section 611 of the FCRA, I have the right to dispute inaccurate or incomplete information on my credit report. The credit reporting agency is required to conduct a reasonable investigation and correct or delete any information that can not be verified. Harm to Creditworthiness : The continued presence of these inaccurate accounts is highly injurious to my credit score and financial reputation. This has resulted in denied credit applications, higher interest rates, and other financial hardships. Requested Action : Reinvestigation : I request that the credit bureau conduct a thorough reinvestigation of the disputed accounts in accordance with the FCRA. Deletion or Correction : If the accounts can not be verified as accurate, I demand that they be immediately deleted from my credit report. Compliance with Metro 2 Standards : Ensure that all reporting complies with the Metro 2 Format Compliance Standards, which mandate accurate and complete reporting of consumer credit information. Updated Credit Report : Upon completion of the reinvestigation, please provide me with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the changes. Enclosed Documentation : To support my dispute, I have included the following documentation : Copies of my credit report with the disputed accounts highlighted. Any additional evidence supporting my claim ( e.g., payment records, correspondence with creditors, etc. ). Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I expect a response within 30 days, as required by the FCRA. Please send all correspondence to the address listed above.

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 2025-03-18 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Auto debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: CREDIT ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I took a auto loan back in XXXX  for XXXX $ and I was making payments monthly then I missed one month so they possessed the car, now they put me in credit garnishment and they been taking XXXX $ weekly from my bank account and they said I owe them XXXX $ and it to be cleared

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 2025-03-18 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I told the Experian, Transunion, and Equifax to reinvestigate these accounts : However, they stated everythin " " `g was complete and accurate. But how is that possible if the open date, date of last activity and much more is incorrect. According to 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ) they are suppose to modify accounts that isn't reporting correctly.

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

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructons 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 tan seven years 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 modity accounts tat isnt reporting

correcuy. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my ZA instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the followina items of information Anv other adverse item of information. other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven vears.

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.

Also they aren't even in compliance with metro 2 credit reporting. I have evidence to prove my case. 
Account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$2600.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$27000.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$2600.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 
Account XXXX : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$300.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-03-18 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:
I told the Experian, Transunion, and Equifax to reinvestigate these accounts : However, they stated everythin " " `g was complete and accurate. But how is that possible if the open date, date of last activity and much more is incorrect. According to 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ) they are suppose to modify accounts that isn't reporting correctly.

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

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructons 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 tan seven years 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 modity accounts tat isnt reporting

correcuy. 15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy. 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my ZA instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the followina items of information Anv other adverse item of information. other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven vears.

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.

Also they aren't even in compliance with metro 2 credit reporting. I have evidence to prove my case. 
Account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$2600.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$27000.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$2600.00} Account : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 
Account XXXX : XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$300.00}

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