vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE 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.

UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : 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 XXXXXX/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 2025-04-12 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: MOHELA
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I been intentionally reported as having a Vehicle that was reported as repossessed. I never purchased such vehicle.. 
My personal belongings were stolen in XXXX  and there has been countless fraudulent reports to my credit .. from utilities, rentals, and vehicles. 

I am in process in seeing how to obtain a new ssn if possible

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting that this inaccurate account be removed from my credit report, as I did not consent to its creation or use. Enclosed are the required documents to support my claim.

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 2025-04-12 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

Complaint narrative:
My XXXX account was permanently limited and my funds were frozen without warning or any clear explanation. I use XXXX to receive payments for digital media and marketing services. 

I submitted all required documentation, including identity verification and business details. I have no chargebacks or disputes on my record. I was told a supervisor would call me no one did. 

I requested : A specific reason for the account limitation Disclosure of whether the decision was automated ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) Access to data and logic used ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) Information on who reviewed my documents Immediate release of my funds XXXX failed to provide any of this. They only responded with generic messages citing their User Agreement, without addressing my legal and consumer rights. 

This has caused serious business disruption and I am requesting the CFPBs help to : Obtain a formal, specific explanation Ensure my funds are immediately released Confirm my personal/business data is being handled legally

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I did not authorize anyone employed by these companies to make any inquiry and view my credit report. Please validate this information with these companies and provide me with copies of any documentation associated with these accounts bearing my signature, authorizing an inquiry. In the absence of any such documentation bearing my signature, I formally request that these fraudulent inquiries be immediately deleted from the credit file that you maintain under my Social Security number. While checking my most recent credit report, I noticed credit inquiries that I did not authorize, made by the following companies : I did not authorize this inquiry XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Please remove it from my credit report.

The following inquiry is more than two years old, and I would like it removed I am making this final goodwill gesture to allow you to correct your erroneous reporting, and I am maintaining a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Attorney General office, should you continue in your non-compliance. Please note that you have 30 days to complete this investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
After receiving a email from Equifax notifying me that my personal information has been in a data breach. I discovered negative and unauthorized information on my credit report, I suspected identity theft and immediately contacted Experian, Equifax and TransUnion to dispute the items in question. I provided the necessary documentation to support my claim, explaining that these debts were not incurred by me and were a result of fraudulent activity linked to the Equifax breach. Despite my efforts, Experian, Transunion and Equifax denied my case, asserting that the information had been " verified '' and leaving the fraudulent entries on my credit report. This denial has caused significant distress, which have negatively affected my financial stability and mental well-being, as these negative marks are damaging my credit and financial standing. Specifically, I have faced multiple instances of being denied services, including credit applications and other essential opportunities. I believe that Experian, Transunion and Equifax has not fully investigated the potential identity theft tied to the Equitax breach and I am seeking further assistance to correct the errors on my report. I remain committed to resolving this matter and protecting my tinancial well-being. 
UNAUTHORIZED ACCOUNTS LISTED 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 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 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 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 2025-04-12 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
After receiving a email from Equifax notifying me that my personal information has been in a data breach. I discovered negative and unauthorized information on my credit report, I suspected identity theft and immediately contacted Experian, Equifax and TransUnion to dispute the items in question. I provided the necessary documentation to support my claim, explaining that these debts were not incurred by me and were a result of fraudulent activity linked to the Equifax breach. Despite my efforts, Experian, Transunion and Equifax denied my case, asserting that the information had been " verified '' and leaving the fraudulent entries on my credit report. This denial has caused significant distress, which have negatively affected my financial stability and mental well-being, as these negative marks are damaging my credit and financial standing. Specifically, I have faced multiple instances of being denied services, including credit applications and other essential opportunities. I believe that Experian, Transunion and Equifax has not fully investigated the potential identity theft tied to the Equitax breach and I am seeking further assistance to correct the errors on my report. I remain committed to resolving this matter and protecting my tinancial well-being. 
UNAUTHORIZED ACCOUNTS LISTED 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 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 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 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 2025-04-12 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2025-04-12 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE 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. 

UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/2023

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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:
I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about!

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 2025-04-12 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:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to have the following information removed from my credit file, the items that I need deleted are going to be attached in a word document. I am a victim of identity theft. I have multiple accounts and inquiries that I DID NOT apply for listed on my credit report. I ask that these items be deleted so my credit report will only show accurate information. I reported the theft of my identity to the Federal Trade Commission and have enclosed copies of the report. I would like these items deleted from my credit report as soon as possible. Please block this information from my credit report, pursuant to section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

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 2025-04-12 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: OR

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/XXXX : While on vacation in XXXX, I was approached by 3 men on the streets with a sad story. I tapped my credit card to their phone to donate {$20.00}. They charged my card {$3000.00}, {$3000.00}, {$3000.00}. I called BofA immediately and reported the theft. I filed fraud disputes for the charges, thinking this was a fraud case because I had just been robbed. I had many phone calls with BofA, always following their advice, filed a police, reopened the fraud disputes after being denied because my card was present.This went on for months, back & forth because BofA has 45 days to investigate each time. Finally being denied again. 
XX/XX/XXXX : I filed a complaint with CFPB against BofA because they did not protect me. 
XX/XX/XXXX : I receive a phone call from BofA complaint dept advising me to cancel the fraud disputes and open billing disputes because my card was, in fact, present for the {$20.00} transaction, but not the {$9000.00} transactions. I followed this advice immediately & opened 3 billing disputes for those charges on XX/XX/XXXX. 
XX/XX/XXXX : BofA acknowledges my billing dispute claim finally, after I had to call again a couple times in between. 
XX/XX/XXXX : BofA requests more info. I send them all of the info again. 
XX/XX/XXXX : BofA denies my billing disputes because it has been over 60 days since the transactions occurred. 

It had already been over 60 days when I received the advice from BofA complaint dept to open the billing disputes in the first place. Why would they advise this, knowing full well that we they would deny it because it is over 60 days already?

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 2025-04-12 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — Gift card
Issue: Trouble using the card — Trouble using the card to spend money in a store or online
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I activated the Amex card on XX/XX/year> close to XXXX  and attempted to use it at various online stores such as XXXX, XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, etc., but the card got declined. 
I searched online and the AMEX website claimed that the card can be used at any place that accepts an AMEX card, which all the above places do. 
At XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX  I attempted to connect with the customer care but could not reach a human as AMEX have made it impossible and it kept directing me to search the FAQs online. 
I looked at the FAQ again and it suggested that instead of them fixing the problem, it should be me trying to contact each retailer i want to use the card at to circumvent needing a cardholder name and billing address for the transaction since this is a gift card and AMEX does not attach these details with the care. This is utterly infeasible and virtually impossible for the consumer to do.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the documents needed are a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under trafficking according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my ID along with the XXXX letter signed by other required documents that verifies me. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within XXXX business days, pursuant to section XXXX05C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only XXXX are required per the XXXX. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ).

To Whom It May Concern, Please consider this letter a formal dispute of the alleged debt pursuant to the FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). I also request verification, validation, and the name and address of the original creditor pursuant to 15 U.S. C. 1692g ( b ). According to, 15 U.S. Code 1681 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. Under, 15 U.S Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports ( a ) IN GENERAL Subject to subsection ( c ) any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report und the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the WRITTEN INSTRUCTION of the consumer to whom it relates. I NEVER gave any consumer reporting agency WRITTEN CONSENT to report anything on my consumer report which violates my rights as a federal protected consumer. NO CONSENT IS IDENTITY THEFT. As a consumer I am demanding the deletion of the accounts ( or inquiries ) listed IMMEDIATELY.

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 2025-04-12 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
A violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) occurs when the regulations governing the collection, sharing, and use of consumer credit information are not upheld. Under the FCRA, consumer reporting agencies ( CRAs ) are required to take reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of information in credit reports. If a consumer experiences financial harm due to an FCRA violation, they have the right to pursue legal action against the CRA for actual damages, statutory damages, and attorneys fees. The accounts mentioned in my letter contain inaccuracies, and I am requesting a comprehensive investigation to address and correct these issues.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-12 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting that this inaccurate account be removed from my credit report, as I did not consent to its creation or use. Enclosed are the required documents to support my claim.

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 2025-04-12 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting that this inaccurate account be removed from my credit report, as I did not consent to its creation or use. Enclosed are the required documents to support my claim.

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 2025-04-12 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 formally requesting that this inaccurate account be removed from my credit report, as I did not consent to its creation or use. Enclosed are the required documents to support my claim.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief