vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I AM FORMALLY REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THE FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS CURRENTLY LISTED ON MY CREDIT REPORT. I DID NOT AUTHORIZE THESE ACCOUNTS, AND THEIR INCLUSION REPRESENTS A SERIOUS BREACH OF MY PERSONAL AND FINANCIAL SECURITY. THESE ENTRIES ARE FALSE AND INACCURATE, AND THEIR PRESENCE IS DAMAGING TO THE INTEGRITY OF MY CREDIT FILE. I URGE YOU TO TAKE IMMEDIATE CORRECTIVE ACTION BY PERMANENTLY DELETING THESE ACCOUNTS FROM MY REPORT TO ENSURE ITS ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ( FCRA ).

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 2025-07-28 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian Credit Services , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : 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 IL XXXX ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$170.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1600.00} XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$440.00} XXXX  - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$310.00} XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$3800.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$320.00}

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 2025-07-28 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint against the three major credit bureauXXXX, Equifax, and XXXX ongoing, systemic violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and failure to comply with Metro 2 Format and CDIA industry standards.

Despite submitting multiple disputes concerning inaccurate, unverifiable, and/or outdated negative items on my credit reports, the credit bureaus have consistently responded with vague verified as accurate outcomeswithout producing a single shred of documentary evidence or conducting a lawful investigation as required under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ).

Instead, they rely on the deeply flawed and automated e-OSCAR system, which merely forwards dispute codes to furnishers and accepts their response without independent verification. This practice has been widely criticized by the CFPB and ruled inadequate in court.

Violations and Legal Basis : The following violations form the basis of this complaint : 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) Failure to maintain reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) Failure to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ) Furnisher failure to correct or delete disputed information Metro 2 and CDIA Guidelines Failure to comply with reporting format and data integrity standards Further, the credit bureaus use of e-OSCAR has been ruled insufficient in legal precedent : " A credit reporting agency may not rely blindly on the [ furnisher 's ] investigation. The agency has an obligation to conduct a reasonable investigation itself. 'XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX These harms are measurable, preventable, and attributable to willful negligence and disregard of consumer protection law. 

Relief Requested : I am requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau take appropriate supervisory or enforcement action and require XXXX, Equifax, and XXXX to : Immediately delete all negative items previously disputed that can not be verified with complete documentation Cease reporting unverifiable data and require original source validation for all disputes Re-review investigation procedures and prohibit reliance solely on e-OSCAR as a substitute for human reinvestigation Certify in writing that corrective actions have been taken and notify all furnishers and third-party users of the updated information

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1500.00} INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY CONSISTENT PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE MAINTAINED A RECORD OF TIMELY PAYMENTS, AND THIS NEGATIVE ENTRY IS CLEARLY A MISTAKE THAT UNJUSTLY HARMS MY CREDIT PROFILE. THIS ACCOUNT WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD BE REPORTED ACCURATELY. UNDER THE TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ), 15 U.S. CODE 1666 ( B ), THIS IS CONSIDERED A BILLING ERROR, AND I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO CONDUCT A PROMPT INVESTIGATION INTO THIS DISCREPANCY AND UPDATE THE ACCOUNT TO REFLECT ITS CORRECT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Received bad information about your loan
Company: MOHELA
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
My loan servicer was XXXX and they were involved in defrauding borrowers and my loan from XXXX went to zero and the borrowed amount was paid in full according to XXXX  and other XXXX XXXX Then my credit was hit with a new loan from MOHELA. I never requested a loan from MOHELA and not I have new debt in form of student loan that is not mine. The only student loan was with XXXX and they were involved in fraud. So, this loan that is being presented by MOHELA is not valid and does not belong to me. This matter needs to be investigated.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
Dear Sir or Madam, I am formally disputing the alleged debt your company claims to be collecting on, which appears to be associated with your affiliate company. I have no knowledge of this debt, never entered into any agreement, and have no prior relationship with your company or the original creditor.

Pursuant to my rights under the FDCPA ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ) ) and FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), I demand full validation of this account, including : * A signed contract or agreement; * A complete itemized account history ; * Proof of legal assignment or purchase; * The Forward Flow Agreement showing whether account-level documentation and accuracy warranties were transferred ; * Proof of your licensing to collect in my state.

The Forward Flow Agreement, common in debt sales, often excludes key documents and disclaims accuracy which may render the debt legally unverifiable. If you can not fully validate, you must cease all collection activity and reporting.

Continued reporting of a disputed and unverified debt vi
olates FCRA 1681e ( b ), 1681s-2 ( b ) and may expose you to liability under FCRA 1681n and FDCPA 1692k.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian Credit Services , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. The following items do not belong to me and is a result of fraud that I did not authorize : 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 XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX GA XXXX ACCOUNTS XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$34000.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$47000.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
A credit card for XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  is under my account, but I don't own that card or account. 

It's XXXX, from Capitol One, with a XXXX limit. 
Opened in XXXX. 
I filed a fraud report with XXXX and XXXX and requested a Freeze on my credit report. 

And XXXX secured credit card from XXXX. A limit of XXXX. 
Opened in XXXX. 
I filed a fraud report with XXXX XXXX and transition, and requested a Freeze on my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: NJ

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 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Funds not handled or disbursed as instructed
Company: Netspend Corporation
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I opened a new checking account with a promotion attached, where the promotional terms stated that after making a XXXX XXXX of {$400.00} or more within XXXX  days of account opening and activating the associated debit card, the financial institution would deposit the {$200.00} promotional award within XXXX business days. The exact verbiage taken from the offer terms are as follows XXXX XXXX XXXX To qualify for this offer, ( XXXX ) you must acquire a new Netspend XXXX XXXX or Netspend Debit Account, activate the Card or register the Account, and pass required identity verification between XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX and ( XXXX ) enroll in Direct Deposit and receive Direct Deposits totaling {$400.00} or more within XXXX  days of acquiring the account. The qualifying incentive credit will be applied to your account within XXXX business days after the qualifying direct deposit activity. Limit XXXX ( XXXX ) offer per account. Offer may not be transferred to others, exchanged for other offers, or redeemed for cash. Not valid with any other offer. Void where prohibited. Sponsor : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, Member FDIC XXXX XXXX XXXX and Visa are not affiliated in any way with this optional offer and do not endorse or sponsor this offer. '' The dates associated with activities are as follows : XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX - Account Opened XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX - Direct Deposit completed in the amount of {$420.00} XXXX. XX/XX/XXXX - Expiration of the XXXX business day waiting period to receive the award Account details XXXX XXXX Owner : XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX Account 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 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unauthorized transactions or other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I was on a cruise from XXXX. My phone went missing temporarily. I had no phone service from the first day of the cruise until XX/XX/year>, There was a transaction for {$910.00} on my cashapp account when I got my phone back and had service that I don't recognize. Someone connected to wi-fi or something and used my phone because there was supposed to be {$1000.00} deposit from my friend for me to use for hotels and gas to get to Georgia right after the cruise, but that {$910.00} transaction ruined that. Cashapp denied my dispute based on the transaction history that day.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I believe these are reporting inaccurately - verify that this belongs to me- Give me a written response to how you retrieve info on this account and send documentation back as well. 

I kindly request an immediate correction to meet the required standards. Failure to do so XXXX lead to legal action. 

We would like to kindly remind you of the importance of removing unproven or inadequately supported claims.

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 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
The credit reporting agencies could not provide documentation or proof of verification.

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 2025-07-28 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
The credit reporting agencies could not provide documentation or proof of verification.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within four business days of receipt.

The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> XXXXXXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 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: CA

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. 16811, 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 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: LEXISNEXIS
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to request a security freeze on my credit report in accordance with my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). This freeze is necessary as I am currently disputing inaccurate information on my credit file and want to ensure the security and accuracy of my report during this process.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: OK

Complaint narrative:
THIS XXXX  RECORD IS NOT MINE AND HAS BEEN REPORTED IN ERROR. ITS PRESENCE ON MY CREDIT REPORT IS INACCURATE, MISLEADING, AND HAS CAUSED SIGNIFICANT EMOTIONAL DISTRESS. UNDER 15 U.S. CODE 1681e ( b ) OF THE FAIR CREDIT REPORTING ACT ( FCRA ), CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCIES ARE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW REASONABLE PROCEDURES TO ASSURE MAXIMUM POSSIBLE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION THEY REPORT. I AM FORMALLY REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE AND PERMANENT REMOVAL OF THIS FRAUDULENT ENTRY FROM MY CREDIT FILE. PROMPT ACTION IS REQUIRED TO RECTIFY THIS VIOLATION. PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED DOCUMENTATION FOR SUPPORTING EVIDENCE.

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 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Billing dispute for services
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
During XXXX, I requested XXXX XXXX  credit card and XXXX XXXX XXXX  to look into these cards. During the year XXXX, I was dealing with a serious health issue which required me to have XXXX XXXX. On top of that, I suffered a loss of my closest friend and a relative. When I became able to understand my finances and credit score, I realized that someone opened a XXXX XXXX  credit card in my name. 
I also noticed that there were charges in XXXX that I did not make on the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXOn several occassions, I spoke to both credit card reps and they insured me that they would take these cards off of my credit report and close these cards out. At one point, they were not on my report. Then months later, I noticed that they were put back on. They are still charging fees and penalties to these accounts to date.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-28 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I requested debt validation under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA 1692g ), asking the company to prove this debt is mine and provide full documentation. They failed to provide a signed contract, itemized charges, or proof of ownership or collection rights. Despite this, they are still reporting the account to XXXX, XXXX  and XXXX, violating both the FDCPA and FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( b ) ). Simply verifying through internal systems or phone calls does not count as a reasonable investigation, as outlined in XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX. This is causing damage to my credit and violates my consumer rights.

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