vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Equifax for failing to properly investigate my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report. Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation. This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax 's actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C. 5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceeding ( File No. 2025-CFPB-0002 ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Equifax complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Closing your account — Company closed your account
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I was at XXXX went to use my card. I knew I had available credit and I paid it yesterday on due date and I was declined contacted by chat and was not helped. I was on chat tonight I noticed all my cards through synchrony had XXXX for available credit which is odd. I have had my XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, tjmaxx, XXXX that went to synchrony and PayPal credit recent. I was told my synchrony was closed XX/XX/year> and I got an email. I did not I told chat person. I said I pay on time he said yes it looks like I do, I did pay my PayPal credit late by honest mistake this month by 9 days and I since then already scheduled my XXXX payment so I would not worry. I am human I made a mistake. No reason they need to close my other XXXX cards on me when I pay on time. This will affect my credit score negatively. Thst is harsh to say the least. I take responsibility for paying the XXXX card late I was home sick that day and I slept alot it was my fault I dont feel I should be punished this badly for 1 mistake. I didnt commit a crime and criminals get out of jail or dont do time. Im not risk even though I have high balances but Im working on it and I will come into mo ey someday soon. I am a hard working teacher just doing my best and I didnt ask these stores to switch to synchrony I had long years of relationships with these stores I just want my cards re opened that I was not late on. The dicks sporting goods, XXXX. XXXX, TJMaxx and synchrony and I think my value city furniture was closed even though I havent used it in years and it had available credit of XXXX it wasnt used nor did I owe anything on it. I understand the XXXX, to close it but paying late by a few days seems harsh you charged me a late fee. Thats penalty and punishment enough. Please help me. I did not get notification and this is just mean and deceitful. I feel like credit card companies should not be allowed to go to this length to hurt a person for making a payment a few days late. It wasnt 30 days late it was XXXX. I feel like we need to change laws on this and not be so strict!

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 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
unauthorized reports, which affect my credit life. 

Experian XXXXXXXX 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

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 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I Have been a victim of the XXXX data breach and i have confirmation from XXXX that i have been a victim.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

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. This is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX do not refute my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. There is no third party involved. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud. Please take necessary actions for my complaint, Ive been very patient on this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint to formally dispute inaccuracies in my credit report and to seek compensation from Experian for repeated violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). My concerns are further supported by the recent lawsuit filed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), which highlights Experians failure to adequately investigate consumer disputes and its improper reinsertion of inaccurate information into consumer reports. 

The following inaccuracies in my credit report require immediate correction or removal : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NY XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX : {$6300.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXXXXXX Balance : {$650.00}

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 2025-02-03 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the required document and a letter from an advocacy group assisting me due to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX which falls under XXXX according to XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ) XXXX -- XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ). I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and would like for all listed accounts to be blocked and deleted company information from TransUnion. 

Please delete the following items : XXXX XXXX  XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681.

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 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 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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

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. My name and all other information doesnt seem to look exactly the same on my ID and other documents. I have attached the letters and ID Docs for you to be able to update my personal information. I know these are just personal information but these things will definitely help a lot if updated.

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 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Navy Federal Credit Union regarding multiple overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when transactions were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged posting of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB findings against XXXX XXXX for similar practices, where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially available funds. I believe these practices are unfair and request an investigation into my account transactions.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I Have sent multiple dispute letters to Equifax, Regarding inaccurate information on my credit report. Despite providing evidence, Equifax has failed to comply with their legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Specifically : -15 USC 1681e ( b ) : Equifax has not ensured the maximum possible accuracy of the information in my credit file.

-15 USC 1681s-2 : Equifax has continued to report inaccurate information after provided notice of dispute.

-15 USC 1681i ( 5 ) : Equifax has reinvestigated and reinserted dispute item without notifying me, as required by law.

-15 USC 1681c ( c ) : Equifax has reported obsolete information that should have been from my credit report.

Recently, I Became aware of the lawsuit filed by the CFPB against Equifax on XXXX2025 titled CFPB Sues for Sham Investigations of Credit Report Errors. According to the CFPB, Equifax has failed to conduct proper investigation and has even reinserted errors on credit reports, which aligns with the issue Ive been facing.

Equifax failure to comply with these laws has caused harm to my credit, employment, and housing opportunities.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute several negative accounts on my credit report, as I believe these accounts are the result of identity theft. I have recently discovered unauthorized transactions and accounts opened in my name that I did not initiate. This fraudulent activity has caused significant harm to my credit history and financial well-being. 

I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. Please confirm receipt of this dispute and provide me with a timeline for the resolution process. You can contact me at the provided phone number or email address if you require any additional information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 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: National Credit Adjusters, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I pulled a copy of my consumer report and noticed some items I would like to dispute. I have suffered emotional distress as a result of this matter as a result so I demand this matter be resolved in a fair and equitable manner, which hasnt been done. 
These accounts are related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRAs definitions ; and rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore ; is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be deleted. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please DELETE these items from my consumer report!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 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: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I pulled a copy of my consumer report and noticed some items I would like to dispute. I have suffered emotional distress as a result of this matter as a result so I demand this matter be resolved in a fair and equitable manner, which hasnt been done. 
These accounts are related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRAs definitions ; and rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore ; is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be deleted. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please DELETE these items from my consumer report!

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem using a debit or ATM card
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Dispute against cashapp. 
Do not have exact dates on hand, on or around the XXXX of XXXX, 2024. 
Money spent from my account unauthorized. 
Disputed it, but was was told my claim was unfounded. 
Asked what info was used in their determination and was told I was not going to get anymore info. 
Was not able to talk to a human. Only a computer or thru text. 
Approximately {$300.00}.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 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: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I pulled a copy of my consumer report and noticed some items I would like to dispute. I have suffered emotional distress as a result of this matter as a result so I demand this matter be resolved in a fair and equitable manner, which hasnt been done. 
These accounts are related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRAs definitions ; and rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore ; is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be deleted. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please DELETE these items from my consumer report!

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
1. At no point in the initial set up of an account with XXXX was it stated the account holder must provide an ID -- drivers license, passport .... in order to set up the account.

2. 10 seconds ( literally ) after the initial set up, I received a message my account was frozen 'due to suspicious activity '' (??? ) and to upload a copy of my drivers license, passport etc. SO, Venmo would have my bank account number AND ID?? 

3. I called Venmo ( that's a joke of al the reps reciting the script ). So I wrote to the CEO an within a few days received an email stating my account was 'unfrozen '. OK, Great ... til # 4 4. Appx 2 weeks later, my account was again frozen due to suspicious activity ( there had be NO activity ) With an email insisting I upload ( AGAIN ) a copy of my ID. 

5. I have not received any reply from the numerous emails I've sent to VENMO reps after the second 'freezing '.

6. At this point, I can't get my balance from Venmo, send or receive money or close my account. Closing my account is exactly what I prefer at this point.

7. Happy to copy and paste all the correspondence to Venmo if requested.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Equifax for failing to properly investigate my disputes regarding inaccuracies in my credit report. 
Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation. 
This practice violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax 's actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C.

5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceeding ( File No. XXXX ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Equifax complies with federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of investigation. The accounts that have been negatively affected are XXXX XXXX and XXXX XXXX XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-03 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution proce was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation