vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 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: NY

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. 
XXXX XXXX  XXXX, Account # XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights. 

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.

15 U.S.C. 1681B ( 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 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 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report I have identified certain information that is reporting incorrectly. Please make sure that the only information that is reporting in my credit report is the one mentioned stated below : My full name is : XXXX XXXX XXXX My correct date of birth : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX  My correct Social Security number : XXXX My correct address is : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Florida XXXX Please correct this typographical information immediately as it portrays me as a person engaging in fraudulent behavior. Also please delete all telephone numbers that appear in my credit report, as I have been a victim of robo-calls. Please not that I have opted out in writing to your forced arbitration terms and am willing to seek legal relief. Under Section 611 of the FCRA ( Fair Credit Reporting Act ), I expect you to delete these negative accounts and provide me with an updated report within 30 days.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 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:
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Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 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: NY

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. 

XXXX # XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- {$0.00} UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX BANK XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Theres an inquiry on my credit report that is completely fraudulent I did not authorize it, I didnt initiate it, and I had absolutely nothing to do with it. 

Let me be clear : this was not done by me in any way, shape, or form. I did not apply for credit, and I did not give permission for anyone to pull my credit report. This is an unauthorized use of my personal information, and it should have never appeared on my report in the first place.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request under FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agency , block and remove 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.

This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of a few Personal credit card Accounts. 


ACCOUNT NAME : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report, leaving me with so much stress. I demand that the previously mentioned fraudulent items be removed from each of my consumer credit reports and that all collection activity related to said items cease according to my rights within the FCRA and FDCPA laws. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all previous consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries result from identity theft and fraud

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am processing disputes on behalf of inaccurate information reported to my credit profile not following the FCRA & FDCPA laws. This has caused major inaccuracies reported a false information listed that is hindering my credit score and credit profile. These disputes needs to be investigated and resolved asap. Please review to remove all listed items reported to my dispute filing ASAP.

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 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: FC HoldCo LLC
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I do not have an auto loan with this creditor. They have a bad inquiry on my Credit report that I requested the to remove via phone several times since 2023. Ive also sent credit dispute letters to all XXXX major bureaus and to the Dealership. They have not removed these inquiries or responded properly. This is hurting my score and is not accurate credit 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: TRUIST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: DC

Complaint narrative:
I do not have an auto loan with this creditor. They have a bad inquiry on my Credit report that I requested the to remove via phone several times since 2023. Ive also sent credit dispute letters to all XXXX major bureaus and to the Dealership. They have not removed these inquiries or responded properly. This is hurting my score and is not accurate credit 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I did not approve these transactions to be included in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. Therefore, I formally request that these accounts be blocked and removed from my record. This is not a mistake or a misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my explicit consent or instruction. I am stressing this to highlight the seriousness of my request. It is based on accurate information, and I am not attempting to deceive or manipulate the situation in any way. My intent is solely to ensure that my consumer report reflects only those transactions that I have authorized. I am committed to maintaining the integrity of my financial records and ensuring that they are accurate and truthful. My request is genuine and aimed at correcting an unauthorized inclusion, not at exploiting any system or misleading any party involved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.

Complaint narrative:
I did not approve these transactions to be included in my consumer report, neither in writing nor verbally. Therefore, I formally request that these accounts be blocked and removed from my record. This is not a mistake or a misrepresentation. These transactions were included without my explicit consent or instruction. I am stressing this to highlight the seriousness of my request. It is based on accurate information, and I am not attempting to deceive or manipulate the situation in any way. My intent is solely to ensure that my consumer report reflects only those transactions that I have authorized. I am committed to maintaining the integrity of my financial records and ensuring that they are accurate and truthful. My request is genuine and aimed at correcting an unauthorized inclusion, not at exploiting any system or misleading any party involved.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 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:
Hello, I am writing XXXX delete the following information on my credit report. The following items are listed in the report. I am a victim of identity theft. The charges made on the account were not mine. The items need XXXX be deleted as they are inaccurate items on my credit report. The theft of my identity was reported XXXX the federal Trade Commission. 
Also, I have an enclosed copy of the Federal Trade Commission identity theft affidavit. 
Please find it in your best interest XXXX  delete the items I would like XXXX emphasize the following legal obligations under the FCRA : XXXX XXXX, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only under specific circumstances, including " In response XXXX  the order of a court having jurisdiction XXXX  issue such an order, or a subpoena issued in connection with proceedings before a XXXX grand jury. '' This provision strictly limits when my consumer report can be furnished, XXXX  I do not believe any of these circumstances apply in this case. 

Under XXXX XXXX. XXXX ( a ) ( XXXX ) ( A ), credit bureaus must conduct a " reasonable reinvestigation '' upon receiving notice of a consumer dispute. I am formally notifying you of this dispute, XXXX I expect a thorough and reasonable reinvestigation of all items I've identified. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX outlines the permissible purposes of consumer reports, including conditions for furnishing XXXX using consumer reports for employment purposes. I do not believe any of these permissible purposes apply XXXX  the disputed items on my report. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX $ XXXX 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, not later than XXXX business days after the date of receipt. 

XXXX XXXX Code XXXX Section B ( i ) - Requirements relating XXXX reinsertion of previously deleted material - If a consumer reporting agency removes information from someone's credit file based on the requirements in the preceding section ( A ), the agency can not re-add or reinsert that previously deleted information back into the person 's file unless the entity that originally provided that information certifies that it is complete and accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
A lady by the name of XXXX XXXX XXXX has opened accounts in my name, compromised my credit reporting accounts to the where I can not login. I have an address on my credit report that does not belong to me, etc. 

I have filed a police report against her, and I've also disputed some these accounts with the bureaus in the past. Recently, more account have populated up on my credit reports, as charge offs. The bureaus have not complied with my request of sending me the verifiable proof, with my signature, proving that these accounts belong to me.

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 2025-05-16 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: IN

Complaint narrative:
A lady by the name of XXXX XXXX XXXX has opened accounts in my name, compromised my credit reporting accounts to the where I can not login. I have an address on my credit report that does not belong to me, etc. 

I have filed a police report against her, and I've also disputed some these accounts with the bureaus in the past. Recently, more account have populated up on my credit reports, as charge offs. The bureaus have not complied with my request of sending me the verifiable proof, with my signature, proving that these accounts belong to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
name XXXX XXXX account number XXXX social securityXXXX address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX va XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Type : Open account INSTALLMENT Open Account Account Type - Detail : Open account Deposit Open Account Bureau Code : Individual account Individual Individual Account Account Status : Closed Closed Closed Monthly Payment : {$0.00} - - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$220.00} {$220.00} {$220.00} No. of Months ( terms ) : - 1 Month - XXXX XXXX : {$440.00} - - Credit Limit : {$0.00} - {$0.00} Past Due : {$220.00} {$220.00} {$220.00} Payment Status : Charged off as bad debt Charge-off Charge-off Last Reported : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Comments : Profit and loss writeoff - CHARGED OFF ACCOUNT Date Last Active : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Date of Last Payment :

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
name XXXX XXXX account number XXXX social security:XXXX address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX va XXXX Account # : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Type : Open account INSTALLMENT Open Account Account Type - Detail : Open account Deposit Open Account Bureau Code : Individual account Individual Individual Account Account Status : Closed Closed Closed Monthly Payment : {$0.00} - - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Balance : {$220.00} {$220.00} {$220.00} No. of Months ( terms ) : - 1 Month - High Credit : {$440.00} - - Credit Limit : {$0.00} - {$0.00} Past Due : {$220.00} {$220.00} {$220.00} Payment Status : Charged off as bad debt Charge-off Charge-off Last Reported : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Comments : Profit and loss writeoff - CHARGED OFF ACCOUNT Date Last Active : XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Date of Last Payment :

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-16 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year>, credit was pulled unauthorized. I asked for proof of a signed application

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-05-17 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request the removal of several unknown items from my credit report. After reviewing my credit report, I noticed multiple entries that I do not recognize and did not authorize. These entries are causing me significant concern and have impacted my credit standing.

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 2025-05-17 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to formally request the removal of several unknown items from my credit report. After reviewing my credit report, I noticed multiple entries that I do not recognize and did not authorize. These entries are causing me significant concern and have impacted my credit standing.

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 2025-05-17 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
ALL REPORTED DATA MUST BE COMPLETE, CORRECT, AND PROVEN IF CHALLENGED. I DO NOT GRANT YOUR AUTHORITY TO REPORT VERSUS ME WITHOUT ADEQUATE COMPLIANCE OF STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS BEING APPLICABLE THROUGHOUT. AS SUCH I DEMAND DELETION IMMEDIATELY OF YOUR DECLARED CLAIMS AGAINST ME. PER COMMON LAW, YOU ARE DEMANDED TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU CAN AND HAVE WILLINGNESS TO ABSOLUTELY VERIFY AND VALIDATE ( OR JUST SAY " CERTIFICATE '' ) EVERY AND ONE EVEN EACH ANY AND OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR UNPROVEN MINE, CHALLENGED OR NOT.

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 2025-05-17 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Could you please take a moment to review and examine the attached documents? I believe your expertise will be invaluable in ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Your feedback and insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.

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