vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Im submitting a complaint to you today to inform you I was the victim of identity theft. I sent the necessary documents in FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION or https : XXXX, So I am here to notify/complain to you directly through this platform. Here are the items that are erroneous in my file and need investigation : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX : {$1800.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX ( Original Creditor : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX ) XXXX Balance : {$960.00} XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance XXXX {$1200.00} XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Took or threatened to take negative or legal action — Sued you without properly notifying you of lawsuit
Company: CAVALRY INVESTMENTS, LLC
State: UT

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, NY XXXX XXXX acquired alleged debt for a credit card opened in 2016 from XXXXXXXX XXXX. They then sued me through XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX. 

I contacted XXXXXXXX XXXX, both their collection department and fraud department who did not have any account history to tie back to my personal information including my Social Security Number. 

< Summary of CFPB Complaint - Unvalidated Debt Collection Attempt by XXXX, Cavalry Debt Collection, and XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Summary : This summary serves as a formal complaint to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) regarding the improper debt collection practices of XXXX, Cavalry Debt Collection, and XXXX XXXX XXXX. The parties in question have made attempts to collect an unvalidated debt, which is in direct violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). 

The aforementioned parties have engaged in the following unlawful practices : Attempts to Collect Unvalidated Debt : Despite the consumer 's repeated requests for validation of the alleged debt, XXXX, Cavalry Debt Collection, and XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX have failed to provide proper documentation to confirm its validity. 

Harassment and Unfair Practices : The consumer has been subjected to frequent and aggressive phone calls, as well as threatening and misleading correspondence, in an attempt to coerce payment for the unvalidated debt. 

Infringement of Consumer Rights : By pursuing the collection of unvalidated debt, the involved parties have violated the consumer 's rights under the FDCPA and the CFPA, which require debt collectors to validate debts upon request and abstain from unfair, deceptive, and abusive practices. 

As a result of these violations, the consumer has suffered emotional distress, financial harm, and damage to their credit score. The complainant requests the CFPB to investigate the matter and hold XXXX, Cavalry Debt Collection, and XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  accountable for their unlawful practices. Furthermore, the consumer seeks the cessation of all collection attempts, removal of any negative credit reporting related to the unvalidated debt, and financial compensation for damages incurred.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party.I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and All is being investigated by the FTC.

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 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
There are several names showing up on my credit report that have been reported in error and should not be listed. 

See attached.

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 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response.My name is XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information.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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I'm really not sure what happened. I have mailed off letters to the credit bureaus continuously and thus far I have not gotten a response.My name is XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information.There is no third party involved.Please review the uploaded letters.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act The list of accounts below have violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 
XXXX  Account numbers XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, have violated my rights. 

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 an account without my written instructions.

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

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
When I reviewed my credit report, I discovered that some of the information was erroneous. Equifax must validate this item in line with Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ). It is not authorized to fail to validate this reporting item as unverified information without providing any proof within the period allowed by law. The item needs to investigate and delete for erroneous reporting in my file and is listed on my credit report XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance {$6200.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Amsher Collection Services, Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I received no notice of this debt until i saw it on my credit report. I attempted to call to verify what the debt was and was not give a chance to verify, only options to pay. Have received no written correspondence. Tried to dispute through XXXX but it was returned as properly reported.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
Dear XXXX XXXX XXXX, I am writing to bring to your attention a situation that has been affecting my financial wellbeing for several years. In XX/XX/2014, I notified Discover Bank of a fraudulent credit card that had been opened in my name and delivered to an unknown person named XXXX, whom I have never met. Despite notifying Discover Bank of this fraudulent activity, I recently discovered that this person has been using the card for years without making any payments, causing significant damage to my credit score.

I have been working with Discover Bank for the past six months to resolve this issue, but they have not been able to remove the fraudulent card from my credit score. I have also notified all of the credit bureaus, but the situation has not been resolved. This has caused a significant amount of stress and financial hardship for me.

I am reaching out to you as I am in need of assistance in resolving this issue. The fraudulent activity that occurred back in 2014 was not authorized by me, and I should not be held responsible for any damages that have occurred as a result. I believe that the credit card should be removed from my credit report as soon as possible, and I am willing to provide any necessary documentation to support my case. 

I hope that you can help me in this matter, as it has caused me a great deal of distress and has had a negative impact on my financial future. Please let me know what steps I need to take to resolve this situation as soon as possible. 

Thank you for your time and consideration. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX, this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party. I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and all is being investigated by the FTC and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reportsno consent is fraud. Please delete the accounts below : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX, this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party. I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and all is being investigated by the FTC and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reportsno consent is fraud. Please delete the accounts below : 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

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 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Can't close your account
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I tried opening and account online around XX/XX/XXXX and was denied. Then around XX/XX/XXXX I started receiving mail from Wells Fargo with odd names on them. Even received a few with my maiden name on them. I called the bank and reported this because I know to open accounts my credit has to be ran and while speaking with the representative noticed that the info used to Create the accounts wasnt even correct. They had my first name with my maiden name ( Ive been married for years ), and also had my year of birth XXXX number off. The email Was also changed to something I didnt recognize. She could not locate where the accounts were created so she routed me to the fraud department where I created a case. They told me the account was closed immediately and recommended I call credit bureau and fraud alert my social, so I did. The bank said they would get back to me within 7 days. I waited and no response from anyone regarding the situation. I called back and left messages and still no response. In XX/XX/XXXX I was scrolling through my old email and noticed I was receiving numerous emails about my wells Fargo account changes. I called wells Fargo again only to find out 2 more accounts were opened. I spoke with fraud department again and created a case. I asked numerous times how can accounts still be getting created with a fraud case open and alert of my social. The lady has no answer but assured me the current two accounts would be closed. I too it upon myself to look up the codes on the account numbers and noticed the accounts were being created around Nevada area. I live in North Carolina. I dont understand how several accounts can be open with my social but when I tried originally, it denied me. To this day I still receive mail with random names from Wells Fargo.

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 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have sent in prior disputes with Transunion, XXXX, and XXXX. They are failing to respond to my request by investigating my request within a timely manner as outlined in the FCRA section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) subsections A, B, and C. They have no reason to assume the request was not from me considering all the information required to validate and initiate a request was included. I expect them to investigate and complete their investigation procedures within 30 days of my initial retrieval of my request as according to the Fair Credit Reporting Act section 611 ( a ) Reinvestigations of Disputed Information ; which requires them to conduct a reasonable investigation to determine whether the disputed information is inaccurate and record the current status of the disputed information, or delete the item from the file before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date in which they received the notice of dispute from consumer. I expect to receive notice of any notice of determination within 30 business days after XX/XX/23 as outlined in the FCRA section 611 ( 3 ) ( A ).

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 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: HI

Complaint narrative:
I recently received a copy of my TransUnion, XXXX credit report, and I noticed some late payments, Chargeoff posted on my credit report : XXXX XXXX  # XXXX XXXX XXXX Your company is in clear violation of the law. Under 15 USC 1681b - permissible purpose of consumer reports, THE LAW CLEARLY STATES : ( b ) 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. 

Did I give you written instructions to furnish this on 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
When I investigated my credit report, I realized that some of the information was erroneous. The EXperian is required to authenticate these accounts under Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ). It is not acceptable to treat these reporting accounts as unconfirmed information without producing proof within the legal time range. Sections 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 1 ). ( A ), please investigate the unverifiable item/accounts/information below : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$150.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$32000.00} ; XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$260000.00}.

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party.I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and All is being investigated by the FTC.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-03-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, 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:
My name is XXXX XXXX this complaint is not made in error neither is it being made by a third party.I declare under penalty of perjury I am alleging that a person or company- without my authorization- from unauthorized use of my social security number and card used my personal identifying information to apply for goods, services, or money ; and, was successful in creating some accounts. I have no knowledge of this and All is being investigated by the FTC.

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