vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding several unauthorized accounts associated with my personal information. I have discovered that accounts have been opened in my name without my knowledge, consent, or authorization. This fraudulent activity is not only a violation of my privacy, but it has also caused significant distress.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Refuse to stop calling after demanding cease and desist. Ask for contract with their name on contract stating I owe them the money. Said no contract with me but can still collect since they bought the debt

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
My report includes inquiries that I believe do not meet the permissible purpose requirement set forth in 15 USC 1681b. I suspect these inquiries were made in error and am requesting their removal.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am extremely dissatisfied with the failure to comply with section FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), which mandates the removal of certain information within XXXX days of receiving notice. Therefore, I demand a swift correction of the inaccurate data to maintain the integrity of my credit report. Please conduct a thorough review of these discrepancies and take immediate steps to rectify the disputed entries. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am extremely dissatisfied with the failure to comply with section FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), which mandates the removal of certain information within XXXX days of receiving notice. Therefore, I demand a swift correction of the inaccurate data to maintain the integrity of my credit report. Please conduct a thorough review of these discrepancies and take immediate steps to rectify the disputed entries. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-04-08 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
Fair credit reporting act15 USC 1681 As a consumer I have the right to privacy I keep trying to get the same thing fixed and nothing is happening I have no knowledge of these inquiries 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

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Hi my name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and this is your **final and non-negotiable** demand to **immediately** delete all inaccurate information from my credit report. Your actions are not only a blatant violation of federal law, but they are also an intolerable assault on my rights as a consumer. 
**Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681b**, you are illegally reporting and sharing my personal information without my explicit authorization. 
**You do not have my consent, and you have never had my consent** to access or report any information tied to my name. Your unlawful actions are an egregious breach of federal law, and I will no longer tolerate it.Additionally, my credit report contains **unauthorized inquiries** that I did not initiate, which makes me a **victim of identity theft**. 
**Under 18 U.S.C . 8**, I owe **absolutely no debt** to the companies listed. Your failure to delete these inaccuracies immediately will result in **severe legal consequences**. I will **not hesitate** to pursue every available legal avenue to hold you accountable, including but not limited to : XXXX. Filing formal complaints with the **Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) ** and the **Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) **. 
XXXX. Initiating civil lawsuits for violations of my rights under the **Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) **. 
XXXX. Seeking **statutory and punitive damages** for your gross negligence and failure to comply with federal law. 
You are hereby notified that you have **no further opportunity** to delay or ignore this matter. I **demand** that all incorrect entries and unauthorized inquiries be deleted **immediately** and **permanently**. This is your **final warning**, and I expect **written confirmation** of the deletions without delay.If I do not receive confirmation of the deletions within the next XXXX business days, I will proceed with full legal action, which will result in **significant consequences** for your continued disregard of federal law.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: AL

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 168b permissible purposes of consumer reports. 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( 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. 
ACCOUNT NAME : XXXX XXXX  ACCOUNT XXXX has violated my rights. On a list of inquiries : 15 U.S.C. 1681 Section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy ( 4 ) There is a need to insure that consumer reporting agencies exercise their grave responsibilities with fairness, impartiality, and a respect for the consumer 's right to privacy 15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It states, a consumer reporting agency can not furnish account without my written instruction.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( 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.

15 U.S.C. 1682c ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : No, consumer reporting agency may make any customer report containing any of the following items or information any other adverse items of information, other than records of conviction of crimes, which antedates the report by more than seven years 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) a person, so I'm not afraid of any information relating to a consumer to any consumer report agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that information is an accurate

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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:
Recently I looked at a copy of my credit report and notice several inaccuracies on my account. This account is hurting my ability to obtain credit. Its my understanding that you will investigate this items for me to ensure accuracy Here is the items im asking to you verify as accurate : Experian : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX Equifax : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX Transunion : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Credit monitoring or identity theft protection services — Problem canceling credit monitoring or identify theft protection service
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Midland Credit Management Acct # : XXXX Debt amount : {$XXXX} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX According to 15. U.S.C 1692 ( C ) you have violated my rights by unlawful communication. please remove this collection off of my credit report.

According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, section 609 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) you are required by federal law to verify-through the physical verification of the original signed consumer contract -any and all accounts you post on a credit report. Otherwise, anyone paying for your reporting services could fax, mail or email in a fraudulent account. 

I demand to see validated proof ( an original XXXX XXXX with my signature on it ) you have on file of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify this account has hurt my ability to obtain credit. Under the FCRA, unverified accounts must be removed and if you are unable to provide me with a copy of validated proof, you must remove the accounts listed below. 

Account # XXXX I demand the following accounts to be validated or removed immediately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I'm writing to bestow my anxiety concerning the tested records on my credit report. On various occasions, I have raised the issue of errors in these records, and have reliably referred to that they be completely broke down. Regardless of what my endeavors, I eventually can't get any goal or supportive development. These misguided records are really harming my credit file and hindering my capacity to go on with an ordinary life. The disagreeable results of these slip-ups have caused huge difficulties for me, and I'm left with no decision beside to battle for your help with surveying what's going on quickly. I generously demand that you direct a wary evaluation concerning the vital of these tested records. It is fundamental that the chief pushes are taken to restore and amend my credit report immediately. With your assistance, I need to reestablish the accuracy and reliability of my credit record so I could recuperate command over my cash related achievement. I truly demand that you offer this matter your generally preposterous idea and make a quick move. Your help and moving in settling this issue rapidly would be exceptionally critical. Much appreciation to you right off the bat for your insight and help.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the following negative items on my credit report : These entries remain unverified and questionable. Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal law.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
I have not supplied proof under the doctrine of estoppel by silence, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX. I pressume that no proof of the alleged debt, nor therefore any such debt, in fact therefore exist.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I need your help investigating accounts from companies that have inaccurately reported late payments. After reviewing my credit report, I found certain accounts showing late payments that should not be there. There should be no late payment remarks on these accounts. Please remove these remarks and update the accounts to reflect a positive status as agreed.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was already discharged in bankruptcy and is no longer owed
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TN XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX XXXX 2025 Subject : FCRA Dispute - Request for Deletion of Inaccurate and Unverifiable Information Dear XXXX, This letter is a formal dispute of inaccurate and unverifiable accounts listed on my credit report. These entries contain incorrect personal information and/or lack legal validation and must be removed immediately. Below are the disputed accounts along with applicable legal violations : 1. XXXX - Account # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Derogatory status with address error- FCRA 1681e ( b ) - 2. XXXX - Account # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Incorrect address during reporting- FCRA 1681c, 1681e ( b ) - 3. XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account # : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Medical collection, no HIPAA validation- FCRA 1681i, FDCPA 809 Under FCRA Section 1681i, you must investigate and correct or remove inaccurate items within 30 days. 

Failure to comply will result in formal complaints to the CFPB, FTC, and possible legal action under FCRA Sections 1681n and 1681o. Enclosed are copies of my identification, proof of current address, and highlighted portions of my credit report for your reference. Please provide written confirmation and a corrected copy of my credit report upon completion of your investigation. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Card opened without my consent or knowledge
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
My information was heisted and this accounts are fraudulent and do not belong to me. I would like these accounts completely removed from all three credit bureaus on 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 2025-04-08 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my 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
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX : # XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, has violated my rights.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed the above referenced account on XX/XX/year>. This item was deleted from the credit file on the subsequent credit report of XX/XX/year>. However, now this item has reappeared on my credit report. 
In accordance with the requirements of the FCRA, I am hereby requesting your complete compliance with any and all of the provisions listed below and permanently remove this item.

FCRA 611, Procedure in case of disputed accuracy { 15 U.S.C. 1681i ] Requirements relating to reinstatement of previously deleted material. Certification of accuracy of information. If any information is deleted from a consumer & file pursuant to subparagraph ( A }, the information may not reinserted in the file by the con
sumer reporting agency unless the person who furnishes the information certifies the information is complete and accurate.

If any information that has been deleted from a consumer & XXXX XXXX XXXX s file pursuant to subparagraph ( A ) is reinserted in the file, the consumer reporting agency shall notify the consumer of the reinsertion in writing not later than 5 business days after the reinsertion or, if authorized by the consumer for that purpose, by any other means available to the agency. Additional information. As part of, or in addition to, the notice under clause ( ii }, a consumer reporting agency shall provide to a consumer in writing no later than 5 business days after the reinsertion date.

( I ) a statement that the disputed information has been reinserted ; ( II ) the business name and address of any furnisher of information contacted and the telephone number of such furnisher, if reasonably available, or of any furnisher of information that contacted the consumer reporting agency, in connection with the reinsertion of such information ; and ( III ) a notice that the consumer has the right to add a statement to the consumer & XXXX XXXX ; s file disputing the accuracy or completeness of the disputed information. 

XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I received a 1099-K form from CashApp, addressed to my old name and to my previous address for transactions that were not made by me and from which I did not receive any funds for. 

I have a CashApp account that I have not used since XXXX. This form is claiming I received {$1000.00} in 56 transactions from CashApp in XX/XX/XXXX, which is untrue. 

I am concerned about this since I have no information on how these transactions were made and if its possible that someone used my name and social security number to commit fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-08 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
This morning, I saw incorrect accounts listed on my credit report and Im not sure how they got there. I checked it like I normally do, but this time I noticed some unexpected errors. I even refreshed my browser thinking it might just be a glitch, but the incorrect entries remained. Given this situation, Im requesting a careful review of the documents I provided so that I wont have to deal with this again in the future.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief