vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: KS

Complaint narrative:
Consumer Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX, Consumer Social Security Number : XXXX, Consumer Date of Birth : XX/XX/XXXX, Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian credit reporting agency, 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. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of a personal credit card account opened at XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at The XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX  XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX, a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number XXXX. These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I've 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 aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # XXXX, XXXX, XXXX as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

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 2025-06-09 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This letter is a formal notice of dispute under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) regarding inaccurately reported late payment dates on the above-referenced account appearing in my credit file. 
The reported derogatory payment data is factually and legally incorrect and constitutes a violation of my rights under multiple federal statutes. 
Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] Account Number : [ XXXX ]

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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 Adjusters, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> I sent a debt validation letter to National Credit Adjusters XXXX requesting response in writing. This notification was sent via certified mail and was delivered on XX/XX/year>. The letter read as follows : Subject : Debt Validation Request under 15 U.S. Code 1692g To Whom It May Concern, I am writing in response to a collection notification received on XX/XX/year>, regarding an alleged debt referenced as account number XXXX. 

This is not a refusal to pay, but a request for validation of the debt, as provided for by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). Please treat this letter as a formal request for the following information : 1. The name and address of the original creditor ; 2. The amount of the alleged debt, including a breakdown of any fees, interest, or charges ; 3. Copies of any documents bearing my signature showing my responsibility for the debt ; 4. Verification that you are legally authorized to collect debts in my state ; 5. A copy of the judgment ( if applicable ). 

Please also be advised that under 15 U.S. Code 1692g ( b ), you are required to cease all collection activity until the debt has been properly validated. This includes reporting the debt to credit bureaus.

I request that all communication with me be in writing and sent to the address listed above. If you do not validate this debt, or fail to respond within 30 days, you must cease all collection efforts and remove any negative information from any credit reporting agencies you may have notified.

National Credit Adjusters LLC was unable to provide verification that they are legally authorized to collect any money from me in regards to this debt. They sent me copies of my bank statement as well as payment history and a copy of my credit report. None of these items satisfied the proof of debt validation and therefore should be deleted from my Credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
Due to identity theft resulting from a data breach, fraudulent accounts have impacted my credit report. Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete these items 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 OH XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report AccountXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-06-09 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
Due to identity theft resulting from a data breach, fraudulent accounts have impacted my credit report. Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete these items 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 OH XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report AccountXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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:
Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused severe XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct.

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

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 2025-06-09 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:
Recently, I did an investigation on my credit report which caused severe XXXX upon me and found unverifiable, invalidated, inaccurate, and questionable items that your agency didn't make sure it was reporting 100 % correct.

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, everything has to be 100 % accurate on my credit report and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) these accounts are in violation of not reporting 100 % accurate.

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 2025-06-09 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I previously submitted a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unfamiliar items on my credit report. However, it has now been over XXXX  days, and I have not received a response. It appears my disputes are being disregarded, which raises serious concerns. Under Section 611 ( a ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), credit reporting agencies are required to investigate disputed items within 30 days. If they fail to do so, these items must be removed from my report. 

As more than 30 days have passed, I expect immediate updates to my credit report reflecting the removal of these disputed accounts. Should this not be addressed promptly, I will be left with no option but to pursue legal action to resolve this issue, as the continued inaction has caused significant stress. 

Moreover, I was affected by the Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion data breaches, which heightens my concern regarding the security and handling of my personal information.

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 2025-06-09 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I previously submitted a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unfamiliar items on my credit report. However, it has now been over XXXX  days, and I have not received a response. It appears my disputes are being disregarded, which raises serious concerns. Under Section 611 ( a ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), credit reporting agencies are required to investigate disputed items within 30 days. If they fail to do so, these items must be removed from my report. 

As more than 30 days have passed, I expect immediate updates to my credit report reflecting the removal of these disputed accounts. Should this not be addressed promptly, I will be left with no option but to pursue legal action to resolve this issue, as the continued inaction has caused significant stress. 

Moreover, I was affected by the Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion data breaches, which heightens my concern regarding the security and handling of my personal information.

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 2025-06-09 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have tried to send letter to you guys before but i have never seen my disputes get processed so i am attaching the letters here. I want you to investigate everything that is incomplete or inaccurate and if you cant verify the completeness and or accuracy then you need to delete from my credit report

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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:
I have tried to send letter to you guys before but i have never seen my disputes get processed so i am attaching the letters here. I want you to investigate everything that is incomplete or inaccurate and if you cant verify the completeness and or accuracy then you need to delete from my credit report

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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:
This letter is a formal notice of dispute under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) regarding inaccurately reported late payment dates on the above-referenced account appearing in my credit file. 
The reported derogatory payment data is factually and legally incorrect and constitutes a violation of my rights under multiple federal statutes. 
Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] Account Number : [ 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 2025-06-09 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:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Transunion credit reporting agency , 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 XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ACCOUNTS : INQUIRIES : XXXXXXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 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: CA

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 reporting agency, 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 XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX ACCOUNTS : INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-06-09 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting the permanent removal of the fraudulent hard inquiries listed on my credit report. These inquiries were not authorized by me and were made without my knowledge or consent, which is a violation of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ).

Please see the attached document for supporting details. I expect immediate action to delete these unauthorized inquiries from my credit profile to prevent any further damage to my credit standing. Failure to act on this matter promptly may result in further escalation.

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 2025-06-09 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
The personal information on my credit report were outdated.

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 2025-06-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Shepherd Outsourcing, LLC
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX, I received a letter from Shepherd Outsourcing , LLC that informed me of a debt owed to an energy company called XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, who was the original creditor for the amount of {$710.00}. The date of first default in the letter is from XX/XX/XXXX. The current creditor is XXXX XXXX XXXX, using Shepherd Outsourcing , LLC as the debt collector. Note that the address that is on the debt collection notice is my address, but my name is not correct. Misspelled my name by a single letter. 

Additionally, the debt collection letter is attempting to convince people to 'settle ' the debt for a lower amount, when in fact, this debt is most likely not even their debt. 

NOTE : It appears that this is common practice for the companies involved in this note. 

On XX/XX/XXXX, I made several phone calls. 

First, I called XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX, who did not have any record of my address or telephone number. And, they were not able to look up the account via the last 4 digits of the account number I had available to me, which were provided in the debt collection letter. 

I was then transferred to the XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX fraud department, where I flagged this letter and the debt collector. 

Second, I attempted to call a number provided in the letter for XXXX XXXX Residents. Contact : XXXX XXXX at XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX. There was a recording of a 'serious application error ' and the line was disconnected. 

3rd, I then went to the Shepherd Oursourcing, LLC website and found the customer service number. I made multiple phone calls ( more than 6 ) to Shepherd Outsourcing , LLC. XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX. After reaching 2 different representatives that resulted in disconnections just before completing a sentence regarding my inquiry, I finally spoke to a 3rd representative who informed me that because my last name does not match the name of the individual they are trying to collect the debt from, that there is not further action they can take. 

Based on my research, XXXX XXXX XXXX and Shepherd Outsourcing , LLC need to be fully investigated about improper and unvetted debt collection practices. 'Buying debt ' should be investigated as a business as well, especially since once it has been purchased, there seems to be no sufficient way to validate the records of the PII and account information purchased.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-06-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Advertising and marketing, including promotional offers — Confusing or misleading advertising about the credit card
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I applied online for an American Express XXXX XXXX in XX/XX/year>, based on a promotional offer that included XXXX Membership Rewards points as a welcome bonus after meeting a spending threshold. After approval, I received the official Cardmember Agreement, which clearly listed the annual fee as None. 

However, I was later charged an annual fee of {$320.00}, and only XXXX points were credited to my account. This is not consistent with the terms shown at the time of application or in the agreement I received. 

I contacted American Express customer service multiple times. Despite my request for clarification and resolution : ( 1 ) They refused to honor the advertised offer of 100,000 points ; ( 2 ) They refused to waive or refund the annual fee, despite the document saying " None '' ; ( 3 ) Most concerning, they refused to provide any written resolution or feedback regarding their decision ; ( 4 ) The customer service representatives I spoke with were unprofessional and impolite, making no effort to help resolve the issue.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief