vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Elevate Recoveries, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Told the company they needed to validate the debt and they couldnt provide a debt validation letter, honestly dont even think this account is mine.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
This is the second letter I sent Portfolio they sent me generic documents none of show proof they own this debt debt, only copies of summaries. these unfair practices are causing me and my family financial hardships To Whom It May Concern, RE : SECOND REQUEST DEMAND FOR DEBT VALIDATION This is my second formal demand for full and complete validation of the alleged debt your office is attempting to collect. What youve provided so fara generic account summarydoes not meet the requirements under federal or state law.

Until I receive legitimate proof, I will not acknowledge this debt.

You must provide : Documentation showing you own the debt or are authorized to collect it Proof of the debt 's assignment Full transaction and payment history Complete account records Your companys license and bond information Let me be clear : If you continue collection efforts or report this debt to any credit bureau without proper validation, you may be in violation of both federal law ( FDCPA, FCRA ) and applicable state consumer protection laws. 
If I do not receive proper documentation within 30 days of your receipt of this letter : You must immediately stop all collection activity Remove any negative information from my credit reports Confirm these actions in writing Failure to comply will result in complaints filed with the CFPB, FTC, State Attorney General, and legal action for damages, legal fees, and other relief allowed by both federal and state law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 2025-05-27 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: DC

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 my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

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 2025-05-27 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:
THE ACCOUNTS LISTED DOES NOT RELATE TO ANY TRANSACTIONS DONE BY ME.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
THE ACCOUNTS LISTED DOES NOT RELATE TO ANY TRANSACTIONS DONE BY 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED OF XXXX  AND EQUIFAX DATA 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 AND XXXX. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Date Opened XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XXXX XXXX  Equifax XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Equifax

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
This tradeline is not being reported with the maximum possible accuracy and thats a serious problem. My credit report is supposed to reflect only correct, up-to-date, and fully verified information. Anything less than complete accuracy is unacceptable, and in this case, its clear that standard hasnt been met.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXX/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 XXXX consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within XXXX 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 XXXX XXXX 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 XXXX 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 2025-05-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this formal complaint pursuant to my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq., against multiple furnishers and credit reporting agencies that continue to publish demonstrably inaccurate and legally questionable information on my credit reports, despite multiple disputes and documented evidence. 
The following accounts are at the center of this complaint : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX o High Balance : {$340.00} o Issue : Account inaccurately reflects a late payment that I have previously disputed and documented as false. Neither the furnisher nor the reporting bureau has resolved or verified the accuracy of this derogatory remark in compliance with FCRA 1681i. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX o High Balance : {$720.00} o Issue : A late payment has been reported in error. This is a credit-builder account where payments have been made as agreed. Reporting a missed payment in this context is both misleading and potentially deceptive. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX o High Balance : {$26000.00} o Issue : This account lists a late payment that I dispute based on submitted evidence. I have received no adequate reinvestigation results nor validation from the furnisher or reporting bureau, contrary to the requirements outlined in 1681s-2 ( b ). 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX clearly a future date o High Balance : {$910.00} o Issue : The account is reported as a collection but contains a future-dated opening date, which undermines its credibility. Furthermore, I have not received a 1099-C form if this debt was charged off, raising questions about legal compliance under both IRS and FCRA standards XXXX 
Each of these entries has been previously disputed through the appropriate channels and within the timeframes permitted by law. However, I have received either no substantive response or templated replies that failed to address the core inaccuracies or verify the debts. The reporting of this information has resulted in credit denials, inflated interest rates, and undue emotional distress. 
I am requesting that the CFPB investigate these continued violations of my consumer rights and ensure that each account is properly verified, corrected, or deleted in accordance with federal law. I further request that any and all entities involved be held accountable for willful noncompliance under 15 U.S.C. 1681n and 1681o. 
Please confirm receipt of this complaint and inform me of the next steps.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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:
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 XXXX  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 XXXX XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts Inquiries XXXX Date : XX/XX/year>

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 2025-05-27 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: CA

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 XXXX  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 XXXX XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts Inquiries XXXX Date : XX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed : 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX XXXX Social Security Number : [ Private ] Date of Birth : [ Private ] Subject : Request for Blocking of Fraudulent Information Under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) Dear [ Credit Reporting Agency ] , I am submitting this formal complaint in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), to request that you block certain information from my consumer credit report. This information is the result of identity theft and must be removed within four ( 4 ) business days of your receipt of this request.

The disputed information includes a personal credit card account that was fraudulently opened in my name, as well as several unauthorized hard inquiries and collections that have subsequently appeared on my consumer FICO credit report. 
I do not recognize these accounts, collections, or inquiries, and I did not authorize or initiate any of them. 
These entries are fraudulent, inaccurate, and not reflective of any legitimate financial activity on my part. They are entirely the result of identity theft.

To support this request, I have included the following documentation : A list of the fraudulent hard inquiries in question A copy of my consumer FICO credit report showing the disputed accounts, collections, and inquiries A copy of the FTC Identity Theft Report ( Complaint # [ Private ] ) verifying that I am a victim of identity theft and that the above items were fraudulently created Please act promptly in compliance with FCRA 605B and block all fraudulent accounts, collections, and hard inquiries as outlined above from my credit file. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
In the quiet humdrum of everyday life, a sudden jolt shattered the tranquility : I had become a victim of identity theft. Like a thief in the night, unseen hands had stolen my personal information, plunging me into a bewildering maze of uncertainty. With each fraudulent transaction and unauthorized account, the breach of trust cut deep, leaving me grappling with the unsettling reality of a violated identity. Yet, in the midst of chaos, a glimmer of resilience emerged, a resolve to reclaim what was rightfully mine and restore the harmony stolen by unseen adversaries. These are the following accounts need to be removed : XXXX. XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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: Chime Financial Inc
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I have spoken with Chime XXXX times at least about money coming out of my account on a locked card. XXXX XXXX took a payment of {$38.00} on XX/XX/year> my card was locked I had an issue with something happen with another account so all payments stopped. XXXX was not authorized nor had I applied for an autopay. Yesterday evening they sent the dispute had been resolved but they proceeded to take the {$38.00} from my account. The first issue was from another company XXXX direct company for {$55.00} unauthorized. That is twice so far. I recently disputed {$440.00} from a XXXX XXXX XXXX because they did not provide the service I paid for and Chime is once again Giving me the run around. I am trying t gather my funds back to completely close the account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Bull City Financial Solutions, Inc
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
BULL CITY has violated my rights as a consumer and failed to properly investigate the inaccurate and incomplete information I disputed and they continued to collect on the debt while it was in dispute. They have violated 15 usc 1681s-2b for failure to conduct a proper investigation and considering all relevant information regarding the dispute. If this is not removed from my credit report I plan on taking them to arbitration using the original creditors agreement since I have the right to do so.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
This is the third complaint filing. the first XXXX have not resolved the problem. My credit is locked and I can not unlock it in order to conduct business. No phone numbers connect with an agent at Experian. I have called XXXX or XXXX. The first XXXX complaints produced replies that there is no problem since my credit is locked! The problem is that I can not unlock it.

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 2025-05-27 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: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
They said I owe something that I didnt authorize! They stated because it was bills mailed out to me. And so Im responsible and I didnt authorize any of the credit cards! I only had car loans and empower loans. I need all these credit cards removed from my name because I didnt authorize them. So Im asking for them to be removed!!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
Finding unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries, and false personal information made or reported without my knowledge or agreement completely stunned and grieved me. I've tried to get clarification from the creditors, but they have blatantly refused to give it to me. I demand that the creditors act immediately and be transparent. The creditors must submit pertinent application materials, show proof of express authority for each query, and give comprehensive details about each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and the kinds of credit products involved. To see what I'm complaining about, please refer to the attached file!

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief