vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Notification didn't disclose it was an attempt to collect a debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
There are collection accounts on my report that I believe contain inaccurate information. Under my rights pursuant to 15 USC 1681e ( b ) and 15 USC 1681i, I am entitled to an accurate credit report. I request a review of these entries, and if they can not be verified as accurate, I ask that they be removed.

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 2025-07-07 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
My account with DEPT OF ED/XXXX  was never late! I have had exceptional payment history witH XXXX  XXXX and all payments were placed on Autopay. This late payment that is reporting is a result on a systematic error on their end processing my payment. This was clearly a billing error made my the company and is not a reflection of my payment experience which violates USC Code 1681eb. This error has caused severe hard to my reputation, my character, my mode of living and to my family! I demand the late payment reported in ( MONTHS REPORTING LATE ) to be removed. They are not in compliance with the following law. 15 USC 1666b and its requirements set the standards and the guidance for a creditor to treat a payment as late, yet they are reporting a payment as late and they did not comply with the law! 15 USC 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments A creditor may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose, unless the creditor has adopted reasonable procedures designed to ensure that each periodic statement including the information required by section 1637 ( b ) of this title is mailed or delivered to the consumer not later than 21 days before the payment due date. DEPT OF ED/XXXX  never sent the periodic statement along with the disclosures from section 1637 ( b ). I have requested proof that this information was mailed or delivered 21 days before the payment due date and this information was requested in good faith pursuant rule 1002 and It was never provided. This is unfair, illegal, fraudulent, and not equitable to me as a consumer! Delete the late payments from my consumer reports

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 2025-07-07 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Sterling Infosystems Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am filing this complaint against Sterling Infosystems, also known as Sterling Check, for illegally possessing and potentially using my personal information without authorization. 

On or about XX/XX/year>, I became aware that Sterling may have created or retained a background screening file under my name. I have never interacted with Sterling, never applied for a job that used Sterlings screening services, and never provided written consent, a signed disclosure form, or any application that would authorize access to my Social Security number, date of birth, or private information.

I do not know how Sterling obtained my data, but I never authorized this company to collect, store, process, or share anything about me. Their possession of my information without my knowledge or consent constitutes a clear violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically : 15 U.S.C. 1681b No permissible purpose or consumer consent exists.

15 U.S.C. 1681e ( a ) They failed to ensure reports are only created for legitimate and authorized purposes.

15 U.S.C. 1681g They have not provided any disclosure or notice about what information they have on file about me.

I have already sent Sterling a demand letter for full deletion, permanent opt-out, and proof of where they obtained my data. I have not received a proper legal justification for their actions.

I am now asking the CFPB to investigate this unauthorized collection and retention of my sensitive data and to compel Sterling to comply with all federal laws regarding disclosure, deletion, and consumer 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 2025-07-07 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - EXPERIAN, EQUIFAX, AND TRANSUNION HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS.

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 




XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish any account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency of the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is inaccurate.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
ACCORDING TO 15 USC 1681I - EXPERIAN, EQUIFAX, AND TRANSUNION HAVE 30 DAYS TO INVESTIGATE AND SEND ME THE RESULTS.

In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. These accounts violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 




XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish any account without my written instructions 15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency may make any consumer report containing any of the following items of information Any other adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) A person shall not furnish any information relating to a consumer to any consumer reporting agency of 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 2025-07-07 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:
I am contacting you under my rights provided by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to request a reinvestigation and correction of inaccurate and misleading information reported on my Experian credit file regarding the following account : Creditor Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Account Number : XXXX Opened : XX/XX/XXXX Status : Paid, Closed ( as of XX/XX/XXXX ) Disputed Entries : 30-day late payments reported for XX/XX/XXXX and XX/XX/XXXX I assert that these late payment entries are inaccurate and misrepresent the true payment history of this account. I fulfilled the agreed payment terms during the life of this account, and there is no verifiable documentation that supports the reporting of these derogatory marks. 

Furthermore, this same account was previously disputed and updated in XX/XX/XXXX. However, these inaccuracies still remain. Updating without correcting or providing full verification is a violation of the FCRA, which requires all reported information to be accurate, complete, and verifiable. 

I am requesting that you : XXXX a thorough reinvestigation and provide original payment records from the furnisher ( XXXX XXXX XXXX ) verifying the accuracy of the alleged late payments ; 2.Correct the reporting to reflect this account as Paid on Time Never Late, as there is no sufficient evidence of any delinquency ; 3.Remove any derogatory notations affecting my creditworthiness. 

If the furnisher is unable to substantiate the reporting with documentation from the time of the alleged lates ( not just electronic confirmations ), the derogatory information must be deleted or corrected immediately. 

Please provide the results of your investigation in writing within 30 days, including an updated copy of my credit report reflecting these changes. 

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: CO

Complaint narrative:
Company has not resolved incorrect balance reports to credit bureaus. Amongst all three bureaus, information is drastically different. I

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: LEXISNEXIS
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to inquire about your data sharing practices with credit reporting agencies, specifically the three major bureaus : Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. 

I understand that XXXX  collects public record information on individuals. I am interested in knowing if this data is routinely shared with these credit bureaus. 

If you do share public record information with credit bureaus, could you please elaborate on the types of data that are typically included? 

Thank you for your time and clarification on this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the Equifax Information Services , 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 XXXX XXXX TN XXXX ACCOUNTS : XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$950.00} XXXX XXXX- Account Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$110.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$220.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$440.00} INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX VIA DEALER Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  Date : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX Date : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
I affirm that the inclusion of incorrectly reported late payment remarks on my accounts is a breach of the 15 USC 1666. Every payment linked to these accounts has been promptly made, and any departure from this precise reporting is unjust and unlawful.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am concerned about the validity and accuracy of your recent investigation of these accounts that are reporting on my credit report. Last month I requested an investigation because I felt the item was not being reported legally. Couple of days ago I received a letter stating that you have ceased investigation of my credit reports because, in your opinion, you believe that I have used a third party credit repair agency. Not only do I believe this to be a stall tactic on your part to grant you an additional 30 days to comply with my original request, but I believe it to be a blatant violation of the FCRA.

I have attached a copy of my government issued ID as well as mail showing proof of address. So, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. I have maintained a careful record of my communications with you for the purpose of filing a complaint with the FTC should you continue in your non-compliance.

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 2025-07-07 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
The XXXX appear to be unauthorized and may indicate fraudulent activity, as I was not aware of them. Kindly take prompt steps to correct this issue. Supporting documents are attached for reference.

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 2025-07-07 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C.

1681c-2 ) that you, the TransUnion LLC Consumer Dispute Center, 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 NJ XXXX ACCOUNTS : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/year>, Balance : {$740.00}

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have questioned Experian on multiple occasions regarding their practice of late updates to credit reports after my creditors are informing me that the information has been reported to them. My most recent incident again involves the untimely reporting of credit cards which were paid off ( {$0.00} balance ) but over a month has passed and they have still not been updated to credit report to reflect this updated information.The accounts in question were paid off XX/XX/XXXX & XX/XX/XXXX ; XXXX ( {$1400.00} ), XXXX ( {$3300.00} ), & XXXX XXXX ( {$2900.00} ). I also find it VERY odd that it takes them over a month to update my credit report with positive information, but they IMMEDIATELY report negative information ( card was used and by the time I walked out the store to my car, I received a credit alert that I was over my credit limit ; i.e. I go over my credit report by. {$1.00} or a previously reported {$0.00} account increases to {$20.00} ( " potentially negative - account balance increased. '' ) Of all the other credit reporting agencies, I find Experian 's practice to be premeditated, calculated and intentional in an effort to negatively impact individuals credit scores/reports. I ask that you look into this for me. I have filled disputes for all the accounts in question. 

Thanks, 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 2025-07-07 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: AZ

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 ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX ] Account Number : [ XXXX ] Creditor Name : [ XXXX  ] Account Number 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 2025-07-07 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:
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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-07 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 demand immediate attention to serious inaccuracies on my credit report. Late payments have been reported incorrectly, despite the fact that these accounts have been paid as agreed. This misleading information is adversely affecting my creditworthiness, and I insist that corrections be made without delay. 

I expect a prompt response to rectify these issues. 

Account name : XXXXXXXX XXXX  Account number : XXXX Account 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 explanation