vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt or credit management — Debt settlement
Issue: Problem with customer service — 
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Hello, my name is XXXX XXXX i keep getting harrassing calls from midland credit management asking for XXXX XXXX, I am not XXXX XXXX, and i live in new jersey. 

This agency is calling on m y business line, and has called me after i sent a cease and desist letter, do not call, and they are harrassing me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 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: NV

Complaint narrative:
I submitted a dispute to you regarding multiple inaccuracies on my credit report, including incorrect personal information ( name, addresses ) and multiple inaccurate account entries. Despite providing supporting documents, such as my driver 's license, proof of address, and social security card, you have failed to correct these errors. These inaccuracies impact my credit standing and violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which requires credit bureaus to ensure maximum possible accuracy. Additionally, some of these accounts may involve debts that should have been reported differently under 1099-C tax laws. I formally requested verification and removal of these items, but you have not taken appropriate action.

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 2025-11-13 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
The bureau failed to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation after I disputed, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 4 )

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 2025-11-13 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:
I am submitting this complaint regarding TransUnions failure to remove five fraudulent inquiries from my credit report. I am a victim of identity theft resulting from a data breach, and these inquiries were not authorized by me. Under 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I have the right to have any information that resulted from identity theft blocked from my credit file. Despite my efforts to resolve this directly with TransUnion, the inquiries remain on my report, negatively impacting my credit profile. I am requesting the CFPBs assistance in ensuring that TransUnion complies with federal law and promptly removes these fraudulent inquiries. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Sincerely, 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 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
VALIDATION AND CEASE AND DESIST I recently received a debt collection notice from your office. I am writing to verify that you have contacted the correct individual and to request that you provide documentation confirming this. Please provide me with a copy of any contract or agreement signed by your company or the original creditor. 
In accordance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), I request the following information : 1. The name and address of the original creditor and the current creditor. 
2. Verification of the debt amount you are seeking to collect, including evidence that a contract exists creating the amount you claim is owed. 
3. Documentation of all assignments showing the transfer of the debt from the original creditor to the current creditor. 
4. Proof that the original creditor securitized the debt. 
5. Documentation showing the assignments of the debt from the original creditor to the secured trust and then back to the original creditor. 
Please cease and desist from collecting on this debt until you have provided validation of the debt. 
Additionally, I request that you refrain from accessing my credit report or reporting any information to my credit bureaus. I dispute the validity of this debt amount, and this dispute should be reflected on my credit report if you have already reported this debt. 
Permissible Purpose Please state your permissible purpose for accessing my credit information. I dispute your right to do so. 
Notification to Other Collectors I dispute that I owe this debt to you. Should you transfer this debt to another collector, please inform them of my dispute regarding the validity of this debt. 
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: National Credit Systems,Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
I discovered that there was a collection on my credit report placed by NATIONAL CREDIT SYSTEM on behalf of the Original creditor THE GUARANTORS. The credit balance is {$1800.00} and the collection was placed on XX/XX/year>. I disputed the collection through XXXX  and they were not able to remove the collection because the necessary steps were not taken including filing a fraud report. 
I called National Credit System and they said that all of their accounts with The Guarantors are being handled by XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, which can be reached at ( XXXX ) XXXX. The account number associated with the collection is XXXX. XXXX XXXX is supposed to send a fraud packet in the next few days and apparently their investigation can take 30+ days, but I am applying for credit with a lender and this has become an issue. XXXX is their operations person that is supposed to reply to me. 
My understanding is that a complaint with the CFPB has to be filed as one of the steps to establish the fact that this is identity fraud. I have never lived in Georgia, where the apartment building is that this collection originated from. This is fraudulent. I own my home and it is has been my residence for years.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 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 do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or 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 aforementioned 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I did not authorize the use of my identity in any manner related to the inaccurate accounts or activities that have appeared in my name. My information was verified as part of the Equifax and XXXX data breaches, which exposed sensitive personal data to unauthorized parties. 

FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I, XXXX XXXX, am submitting this complaint and request assistance from the CFPB regarding issues with my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered multiple accounts that I do not recognize. I later learned that my personal information was exposed during an Equifax data breach. 

As a result of this breach, my Social Security number and identity have been compromised, leading to unauthorized activity on my credit file. I have already reported this incident to the Federal Trade Commission, and the associated FTC Report Number is 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 2025-11-13 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Dear Credit Reporting Department, I am writing to formally request the removal of an account from my credit report as reported by [ Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion ]. This request is based on the recent deletion of an account by XXXX, XXXX of the XXXX major credit reporting agencies. I recently disputed a charge-off, listed on my XXXX report, and following a thorough investigation, XXXX has completely removed this unverifiable debt from my report as of ( see attached ) According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ), all consumer reporting agencies must ensure that information in consumer reports is accurate, fair, and verifiable. 
Since XXXX has removed this account after its verification process, I request that you do the same and remove this unverifiable account from my credit report. 
Supporting Consumer Laws : FCRA Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) requires that inaccurate or unverifiable information must be deleted from a consumer 's credit file. I am exercising my right to ensure that my credit report remains fair, accurate, and free of unverifiable information. Since XXXX has deemed this account unverifiable and removed it, you must take similar action. 
Additionally, under FCRA Section 623 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ), information suppliers must report only complete and accurate information. With XXXX having deemed this information unverifiable, I urge you to align its records accordingly. 
Please provide confirmation of this removal within 30 days of receipt of this request. If the account is not removed, I am prepared to pursue further actions, including filing a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and seeking legal action under the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), including Section 616 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681n ), which allows consumers to seek legal recourse for willful non- compliance, and Section 617 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681o ) for negligent non-compliance. 
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter, as it directly impacts my credit report 's integrity. Please notify me in writing once this deletion has been processed. 
Thank you for your immediate attention to this request.

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 2025-11-13 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Dear Credit Reporting Department, I am writing to formally request the removal of an account from my credit report as reported by [ Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion ]. This request is based on the recent deletion of an account by XXXX, XXXX of the XXXX major credit reporting agencies. I recently disputed a charge-off, listed on my XXXX report, and following a thorough investigation, XXXX has completely removed this unverifiable debt from my report as of ( see attached ) According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ), all consumer reporting agencies must ensure that information in consumer reports is accurate, fair, and verifiable. 
Since XXXX has removed this account after its verification process, I request that you do the same and remove this unverifiable account from my credit report. 
Supporting Consumer Laws : FCRA Section 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ) requires that inaccurate or unverifiable information must be deleted from a consumer 's credit file. I am exercising my right to ensure that my credit report remains fair, accurate, and free of unverifiable information. Since XXXX has deemed this account unverifiable and removed it, you must take similar action. 
Additionally, under FCRA Section 623 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ), information suppliers must report only complete and accurate information. With XXXX having deemed this information unverifiable, I urge you to align its records accordingly. 
Please provide confirmation of this removal within 30 days of receipt of this request. If the account is not removed, I am prepared to pursue further actions, including filing a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) and seeking legal action under the provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), including Section 616 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681n ), which allows consumers to seek legal recourse for willful non- compliance, and Section 617 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681o ) for negligent non-compliance. 
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter, as it directly impacts my credit report 's integrity. Please notify me in writing once this deletion has been processed. 
Thank you for your immediate attention to this request.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Managing an account — Problem using a debit or ATM card
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Wells Fargo revoked my debit card privileges for 12 months after denying my Regulation E claim related to unauthorized XXXX XXXX transactions. These transactions were made by my XXXX child using my phones Face ID without my knowledge or consent. I did not authorize or intend any of these charges. 

The transactions totaled approximately {$1500.00}. When I discovered the issue, I reported it immediately. Wells Fargo classified the transactions as authorized because Face ID was used, but biometric match does not equal consumer intent. Under Regulation E, this is unauthorized use by a minor. 

I escalated my case through Wells Fargos internal channels, but they refuse to restore my debit card privileges for 12 months. This restriction is unreasonable and is preventing me from accessing normal banking services. I am requesting that the CFPB direct Wells Fargo to : 1. Reclassify the transactions as unauthorized use, 2. Restore my debit card privileges, and 3. Properly apply Regulation E protections.

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 2025-11-13 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
I am writing because my dispute has not been properly handled, and it is clear that your bureau has failed to follow the law under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 4 ), which requires you to give full consideration to all relevant information I provide as a consumer. 

I submitted supporting documents and explanations to show that the account and information in question are inaccurate. Instead of addressing the evidence I sent, your response appeared to be nothing more than a surface-level verification from the furnisher. This is not compliance with the law. The statute explicitly states that consumer-provided information must be considered during an investigation. By ignoring the materials I submitted, you are in direct violation of federal law and my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

The presence of this inaccurate information continues to harm melowering my credit score, damaging my reputation, and interfering with my ability to access fair credit opportunities. You are required to conduct a proper reinvestigation that includes my documentation, not just a rubber-stamp validation from the furnisher.

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 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes — 
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, TX XXXX Email : XXXX Phone : ( XXXX ) XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  GA XXXX Re : Demand for Immediate Removal of FRAUD_VICTIM_TRADE_ALERT_T Dear Equifax Dispute Department , I am writing to formally demand the immediate removal of the FRAUD_VICTIM_TRADE_ALERT_T notation currently appearing on my Equifax credit file ( SSN ending in XXXX, DOB XX/XX/XXXX ). 

This alert was previously requested to be removed, yet it continues to appear on my file. Its presence is inaccurate and misleading, and it is negatively affecting my ability to obtain credit. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Section 611 ( a ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ), I have the right to dispute inaccurate information and require its prompt correction or removal. 

I demand that Equifax : Immediately remove the FRAUD_VICTIM_TRADE_ALERT_T notation from my file. 

Confirm in writing that this alert has been removed. 

Ensure that future credit inquiries reflect a clean, accurate status of my file. 

If Equifax fails to correct this matter promptly, I will escalate this issue to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and the Texas Attorney General, and consider any legal remedies available under the FCRA. 

Please treat this as urgent. I expect written confirmation of removal within 10 business days. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-13 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
As a final step in this dispute process, I am issuing this letter to demand immediate resolution of my credit report issues. Your continued failure to address my disputes is in direct violation of federal law. 

For this Items Below Please do as what instruction in compliance of the 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 2025-11-13 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: MA

Complaint narrative:
The following accounts on my Experian credit report are inaccurately reported, and I request they be investigated for discrepancies : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-11-13 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: NRA Group, LLC
State: MA

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing the accuracy, validity, and completeness of the above-referenced account, which has been reported to the credit bureaus and attributed to me. I have no verified relationship with your company or any other original creditor you listed, and I was never provided proper notice of this alleged debt.

Pursuant to my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ) ) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. ), I demand full validation of this account. Specifically, I request the following documentation : Original Credit Agreement ( the contract I allegedly signed, if applicable ) Full Itemized Statement ( showing how the balance was calculated ) Forward Flow Agreement ( proving debt transfer from original creditor ) Chain of Title / Assignment Documents ( showing legal transfer of ownership ) Complete Payment History Records ( verifying payments or delinquencies ) Validation Notice ( per FDCPA 1692g ) Notice of Default / Intent to Collect ( as required by law ) Proof of Statute of Limitations ( confirming debt is legally collectible ) Credit Reporting Agreement ( authorizing reporting to bureaus ) Documentation of Prior Dispute Investigations ( per FCRA 1681i ) To date, I have not received these required documents. Instead, I have only been sent generic, automated responses that do not constitute lawful validation. Therefore, the account remains unverified and legally unenforceable.

Continuing to report or collect on an unverifiable account violates FCRA 1681e ( b ) and 1681s-2 ( b ) as well as FDCPA 1692g ( b ). Courts including Cushman v. Trans Union, Dennis v. BEH-1, Clark v. Capital Credit, and Greco v. Traunerconfirm that unverifiable or misleading data can not lawfully remain on a consumers credit file.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation