vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: EdFinancial Services
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> I contacted XXXX to ask for a goodwill adjustment to my credit report showing I was 90 days late on a payment. They said they can give me the adjustment if I show proof I was on unemployment benefits at the time the late payment happened. I quickly tried to upload the XXXX benefits award letter on their website but I was given an error message everytime I tried. So then I called and they told me to email it or fax it. I did both. I waited the necessary time I was told to wait and then emailed back to see the status. They said they never received any documents and to resend them. On XX/XX/XXXX I re-sent the documents via email. I called the following week to re-check and they didnt have it. I re-sent the fax and same thing. The representative on the phone saw it and claimed to have submitted it to my file but after checking again on XX/XX/year> it was still not processed. I contacted them XXXX last time today and to no surprise no one knows where these docs are going. This is negatively impacting my XXXX XXXX by over XXXX points and forcing me to lose money. I am in the process of trying to refinance my debt and my home but I cant now because of this negative remark which I cant seem to fix. I even submitted a credit dispute through the credit bureaus. XXXX doing all of this because XXXX told me to do this to remove the remark but now I don't know what else to do at this point.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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:
RE : You Violated the United States Code Law 15 U.S.C. 1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ) FURNISHING reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer. 
After pulling a copy of my Consumer credit report I noticed that your agency is in multiple violations and Im entitled to monetary compensation under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681s2 - 15 U.S.C.

1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ) FURNISHING reports in connection with credit or insurance transactions that are not initiated by consumer ( Inquires ) - ( XXXX ) In general A consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report relating to any consumer pursuant to subparagraph ( A ) or ( C ) of subsection ( a ) ( XXXX ) in connection with any credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by the consumer only if ( A ) the consumer authorizes the agency to provide such report to such person or ( B ) ( i ) the transaction consists of a firm offer of credit or insurance. 
( XXXX ) INFORMATION regarding inquiries Except as provided in section 1681g ( a ) ( 5 ) of this title, a consumer reporting agency shall not furnish to any person a record of inquiries in connection with a credit or insurance transaction that is not initiated by a consumer. 
Under FCRA 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( b ) ( B ) in the case of liability of a natural person for obtaining a consumer report under false pretenses or knowingly without a permissible purpose, actual damages sustained by the consumer as a result of the failure or {$1000.00}, whichever is greater ( XXXX ) such number of punitive damages as the court may allow.

I did not initiate any of these inquires furthermore if you feel like I did please send me copies of my written signature giving consent to this matter please. 
The items below should all be removed from my consumer report under 15 US Code 1681 ( c ) ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). 
XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - the inquiry was not authorized. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/XXXX - the inquiry was not authorized.

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 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Other problem getting your report or credit score
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I have encountered difficulties accessing my Equifax Information Services account and was instructed to send identification documents for verification. Despite providing clear and legible documentation, I am still unable to access my account. This is why I escalated the matter through the CFPB.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Auto debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing accounts currently listed on my credit report that are fraudulent. I did not create, authorize, or manage these accounts, and their reporting is false and damaging. Their continued presence misrepresents my financial history and damages my creditworthiness.

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 2025-09-23 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
This is my formal complaint under XXXX XXXX as overwhelming weight of authority holds that credit report is inaccurate either when it is blatantly incorrect.Please remove the following accounts XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. Please delete the above account they are unrecognized under 623 FCRA 611 FCRA.

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 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IN

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

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft, and fraud within XXXX business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive 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 said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and 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 said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, XXXX as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am formally disputing certain collection and charge-off accounts on my credit report as inaccurate, outdated, or unverifiable. Despite submitting disputes and supporting documentation, these accounts remain unverified and continue to harm my credit. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I demand a full reinvestigation of these accounts, and any entry that can not be substantiated with accurate documentation must be removed immediately. Failure to comply may result in legal action to enforce my rights.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
The following CLOSED ACCOUNT on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX is reporting on XX/XX/year> for the amount of {$1900.00}. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Section ( 15 U.S.C. ~1692g ) ( 15 U.S.C. ~ 1635 ), YOU ARE REPORTING THIS ACCOUNT AS CHARGED OFF YET YOU ALSO REPORT A MONTHLY PAYMENT? DELETE ACCOUNT IMMEDIATELY FOR INACCURATE REPORTING. I am filing this complaint regarding an inaccurate item on my credit report that continues to negatively impact my credit. Despite my efforts to resolve this directly with the reporting agency, it remains unsolved. I request investigation and removal of these items, as it incorrect and does not reflect my true credit history.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Impersonated attorney, law enforcement, or government official
Company: Law Offices of Robert J. Colclough, III
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a debt being reported by XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, CA XXXX. They are showing an unpaid balance of {$1800.00} on my credit report. 
This information is false, fraudulent, and damaging for the following reasons : I have never had any account, loan, or dealings with XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
I have never signed or authorized any agreement with them. 
I was never notified of this debt in writing, as required under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA 809 ).

This violates multiple consumer protection laws : FCRA 1681e ( b ) : Failure to ensure maximum possible accuracy of credit reporting.

FCRA 1681i ( a ) : Failure to delete unverifiable information within 30 days of dispute.

FDCPA 807 ( 8 ) : Prohibits communication of false credit information.

FDCPA 809 : Requires debt collectors to provide proper written notice and validation of the debt.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: ENCORE CAPITAL GROUP INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I received a letter from Midland credit XXXX I did not open this credit card the amount is over XXXXXXXX XXXX i never received bills the phone number on file is wrong the address is not correct I made a police report and half of charges I dont even know the places I told the collection and XXXX XXXX XXXX that I never received the credit card my number is XXXX even the email is not mine

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
This complaint is being filed because the consumer reporting agency has not fulfilled its obligations under FCRA 1681i ( a ) ( 7 ). I requested a detailed explanation of their reinvestigation process, including the furnisher 's name, the person contacted, and the documentation reviewed. The agency has failed to provide this information within the legally mandated period, denying me the transparency and verification rights granted under the FCRA.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
XXXXDear Equifax I am writing to formally dispute the accuracy of certain information reported on my creditXXXXreport under Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting ActXXXXThe specific information I am disputing is as follows:XXXXFRAUDULENT ACCOUNTSXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-09-23 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am disputing a hard inquiry that appears on my credit report. I do not recall authorizing this inquiry and have no existing relationship with this company that would justify a credit check. 

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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the late payment entries on my credit report. Despite multiple attempts to have these errors reviewed and corrected, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all necessary documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the inaccuracies remain unresolved. 
These ongoing issues have caused financial hardship and negatively impacted both my credit and overall well-being. The process of addressing these errors has been frustrating and emotionally taxing. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to a credit report that accurately reflects my financial history, including the correction or removal of outdated, incorrect, or unverifiable information. I am therefore requesting that your office take immediate action to update or remove the disputed late payment entries.

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 2025-09-23 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am formally requesting the removal of this inaccurate account from my credit report, as I did not authorize its creation or use. I have included the necessary documents to support my claim.

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 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Dear Equifax I am writing to formally dispute the accuracy of certain information reported on my credit report under Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

The specific information I am disputing is as follows : FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-09-23 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Problem with a purchase shown on your statement — Credit card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase on your statement
Company: CITIBANK, N.A.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
We purchased a floor lamp from XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX, for {$790.00} and added on a Worry Free Warranty from XXXX company for {$14.00}. When the lamp arrived via XXXX, the package was damaged ( photo attached ), and the heavy base and all the hardware to assemble the product were missing. We contacted XXXX, who said they would file a claim with the shipper and offered a refund of {$150.00}, which they said was the cost of the base or a replacement product. Based on the poor quality of the packaging, we did not feel a replacement would arrive intact either. We expected our {$790.00} to be refunded based on the warranty purchased from XXXX, advertised as Protects shoppers for product and delivery issues. XXXX is saying that the product was shipped from XXXX with a ripped box, which is not logical. Why would FedEx accept a broken box? Worry XXXX ended up not being the case. 
After multiple emails with both XXXX and XXXX, we contacted Citi bank, who issued the credit card we used to buy the lamp. Citi initially issued a conditional credit for {$790.00} to our account on XX/XX/XXXX, but then reversed the credit and closed the dispute on XX/XX/XXXX. Initially, Citi said we should return the product. We had told XXXX they could pick it up for a return, but we didnt feel we should have to pay the high cost of sending a heavy floor lamp back to XXXX XXXX XXXX never agreed to ship back the lamp at their cost. If they really filed a claim with XXXX  like they said they did, it shouldnt matter and XXXX should honor the warranty. We tried 3 more times with Citi and supplied the additional information attached here, and every time, they closed the issue as customer responsible.

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 2025-09-23 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:
The following CLOSED ACCOUNT on my credit report : XXXX XXXX XXXX is reporting on XX/XX/year> for the amount of {$1900.00}. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), Section ( 15 U.S.C. ~1692g ) ( 15 U.S.C. ~ 1635 ), YOU ARE REPORTING THIS ACCOUNT AS CHARGED OFF YET YOU ALSO REPORT A MONTHLY PAYMENT? DELETE ACCOUNT IMMEDIATELY FOR INACCURATE REPORTING. I am filing this complaint regarding an inaccurate item on my credit report that continues to negatively impact my credit. Despite my efforts to resolve this directly with the reporting agency, it remains unsolved. I request investigation and removal of these items, as it incorrect and does not reflect my true credit history.

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 2025-09-23 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:
Im writing to formally dispute an inaccurate tradeline currently being reported on my credit file. The information being reported is not accurate, and more importantly, it fails to meet the standard of maximum possible accuracy as required by 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Let me be clear if a tradeline can not be reported with complete and verifiable accuracy, then you are not legally allowed to report it at all. Right now, the way this account is appearing on my credit report is misleading, harmful, and not reflective of my true credit history. Thats unacceptable, and I will not sit back while my credit profile is being damaged by something that shouldnt even be there.

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