vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
My credit file now contains fraudulent accounts due to a major data breach. Under Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), I am requesting blocking and deletion within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$570.00}

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: DE

Complaint narrative:
I did a settlement offer with Comenity Bank for my XXXX store credit card. I paid {$330.00} and they said they would remove from this from my credit report. This is still showing and not removed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: WI

Complaint narrative:
To Whom It May Concern : I am submitting this complaint regarding Equifax 's failure to properly investigate my consumer report dispute, in direct violation of their obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). On XX/XX/year>, I filed a formal dispute with Equifax to correct fraudulent and inaccurate information appearing on my consumer report. Instead of conducting a proper investigation, Equifax responded with a stall letter that neither addressed my dispute nor took steps to resolve the inaccuracies. 

I am aware that the CFPB has recently filed a lawsuit against Equifax for these very same practices namely, their systemic failure to properly investigate consumer disputes. I am a direct victim of this misconduct. 

As a XXXX XXXX who suffers from XXXX, this experience has been extremely stressful and emotionally triggering. I am currently in the process of closing on a mortgage, and I am under strict time constraints with only one week remaining to finalize my home purchase. XXXX refusal to lawfully process my dispute is putting my homeownership at serious risk, compounding my stress and potentially causing irreparable harm to my financial future. 

I respectfully request that the CFPB take immediate action to ensure Equifax fully complies with the FCRA, properly investigates my dispute without further delay, and removes the fraudulent and inaccurate items from my consumer report. I also request that Equifax be held accountable for the injury and distress they have caused. 

I am attaching supporting documents, including copies of my dispute submission and XXXX stall letter, should you require further evidence of their noncompliance. 

Thank you for your immediate attention to this urgent matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Electronic communications — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: HW Holding, Inc
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
An account with Hunter Warfield ( account number ending in XXXX ) was reported on my credit report, but I do not recognize or owe this debt. I never had a valid account with this company, and I believe the information is being reported in error. 

I have not received any documentation validating this debt, despite requesting verification. I am requesting that this item be removed from my credit report, as it is inaccurate and affecting my credit score unfairly.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NM

Complaint narrative:
Experian, Equifax and Trans Union are not responding to any of my numerous requests to investigate, verify and remove fraudulent, unauthorized inquiries from my consumer credit report/file from companies that I never applied for credit with.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NM

Complaint narrative:
Experian, Equifax and Trans Union are not responding to any of my numerous requests to investigate, verify and remove fraudulent, unauthorized inquiries from my consumer credit report/file from companies that I never applied for credit with.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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:
Im reaching out to dispute fraudulent accounts resulting from a data breach. In compliance with Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and remove them within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Lease
Issue: Getting a loan or lease — High-pressure sales tactics
Company: Westlake Services, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the vehicle lease agreement dated XX/XX/XXXX for the XXXX XXXX XXXX. I believe the circumstances under which this lease was signed were the result of high-pressure and misleading sales tactics that prevented me from making an informed and voluntary decision. 

During my visit to their dealership, I was subjected to aggressive sales practices, including persistent pressure to sign documents without sufficient time to review the lease terms, repeated assurances that I would not qualify for better options elsewhere, and claims that the lease offer was only valid for today. I was also discouraged from taking the lease paperwork home to consider my decision or consult with a trusted advisor. 

These tactics created a stressful and manipulative environment that led me to agree to terms that do not reflect my true intent or financial best interest. I now believe I was not given a fair opportunity to fully understand the implications of the lease agreement. 

I am requesting that you review this matter and work with me to either rescind the lease agreement or renegotiate the terms under more transparent and fair conditions. If necessary, I am prepared to escalate this complaint to the State Attorney Generals Office, Consumer Protection Bureau, or Better Business Bureau.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

TRANSUNION XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  has violated my rights. 

EQUIFAX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  has violated my rights. 

EXPERIAN XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. 

I looked at my TransUnion Equifax Experian credit report on XX/XX/year>, and noticed some things are incomplete and not accurate. And according to the fair credit reporting act Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

And according to 15 USC 1681 5 they are suppose to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generallf, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall ( i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer.

and according to 15 USC 1681s-2 they are suppose to 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 public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because there are unauthorized hard inquiries appearing on all three of my credit reports Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion that I did not initiate or give written permission for. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 604, no one is permitted to access my credit file without permissible purpose and my consent. These inquiries were made without my knowledge or approval, and I believe this is a serious violation of my consumer rights. 
These unauthorized inquiries are causing damage to my credit profile, and they are impacting my ability to obtain housing, transportation, and other essential financial opportunities. 
I have already attempted to dispute these inquiries directly with the credit bureaus, but they continue to remain on my report with no resolution or proof of authorization.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint because there are unauthorized hard inquiries appearing on all three of my credit reports Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion that I did not initiate or give written permission for. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) 604, no one is permitted to access my credit file without permissible purpose and my consent. These inquiries were made without my knowledge or approval, and I believe this is a serious violation of my consumer rights. 
These unauthorized inquiries are causing damage to my credit profile, and they are impacting my ability to obtain housing, transportation, and other essential financial opportunities. 
I have already attempted to dispute these inquiries directly with the credit bureaus, but they continue to remain on my report with no resolution or proof of authorization.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: National Credit Systems,Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Formal Complaint Against National Credit Systems Harassment, False Reporting, and Abusive Conduct. 

To Whom It May Concern, I am filing this complaint against National Credit Systems ( NCS ) due to multiple violations of my rights as a consumer under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ).

Here is what has happened : NCS has falsely reported a {$4200.00} payment on my credit report that I never made.

They reported my balance dropping from {$15000.00} to {$10000.00} without any real transaction. I have never made a payment toward this account and I have proof.

They have also harassed me repeatedly by phone, including threatening language, disrespect, and even profanity from their representatives. 

Their agents have been extremely unprofessional, and I believe they have recorded these calls, which I am requesting the CFPB obtain and review for proof of the abuse and misconduct. 

This behavior is unacceptable and has caused me emotional distress and damage to my credit reputation. I am requesting : A full investigation into the false credit reporting.

Immediate correction or removal of the inaccurate debt and payment.

A review of the phone recordings made by NCS to confirm the threats and harassment.

Enforcement action or penalties as appropriate. 

I have documentation available to support my claims and am willing to provide any additional proof as needed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
Im reaching out to dispute fraudulent accounts resulting from a data breach. In compliance with Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and remove them within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts XXXX - Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$71.00} XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$350.00XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} Inquiries XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within four business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate and false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loans and open end unsecured consumer accounts. These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made or initiated by me. All of the said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — General-purpose prepaid card
Issue: Trouble using the card — Trouble using the card to send money to another person
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I have redeemed my American Express Membership Rewards points multiple times in the past to obtain gift cards for colleagues and coworkers. I learned today that American Express handles physical gift cards differently than digital gift cards, making it impossible to receive a refund for a lost or stolen physical gift card. The transaction receipt AmEx sends via email looks the same regardless of card type. The digital gift card receipt sends you to the AmEx website, where you can log in and receive needed information. So, when neither of my sisters was able to use their digital gift cards I sent for XXXX, I was able to cancel both and replace both with physical gift cards. On XX/XX/year> I redeemed XXXX Membership Rewards to buy a {$100.00} gift card as a XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. That {$100.00} gift card never arrived via USPS. In a series of telephone calls today, I tried to cancel/replace that gift card but can only do so with the card number written on a card that was lost in transit. AmEx says they can not cancel the gift card, preventing the person who stole it from accessing {$100.00}. AmEx also says they can not restore the XXXX Membership Rewards points I lost in this transaction. If this were a digital card, however, AmEx could have ( and has ) restored my points.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-26 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as final notice of my dispute regarding the inaccurate late payment reporting on my credit file and your agencys ongoing failure to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.

Despite previous disputes, you have continued reporting this derogatory information without providing any documentation to support its validity. A generic 'verified ' response does not satisfy the legal requirement to perform a reasonable reinvestigation under FCRA 1681i.

You are also in violation of FCRA 1681e ( b ) which requires that you ensure the maximum possible accuracy of the information you report. Your failure to remove unverifiable data and your refusal to produce original documentation demonstrates willful noncompliance.

You now have 30 days from the date of this letter to provide the following : - Full and complete documentation from the original creditor validating the alleged late payment ; - A detailed explanation of the reinvestigation process and verification methods ; - Immediate deletion of the disputed item if it can not be 100 % verified with original, substantive evidence.

In support of my position, I refer you to the most recent enforcement actions by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) against major credit reporting agencies : - In XX/XX/year>, the CFPB sued Equifax for failing to properly investigate consumer disputes and continuing to report inaccurate data. 
These actions prove a pattern of systemic negligence in the industry. Your behavior mirrors the violations highlighted in these cases and only strengthens my intent to pursue legal remedies. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief