vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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 recently discovered that my sensitive and legally protected records were accessed and potentially shared without my consent. This included but is not limited to : 1. My academic records and personally identifiable information ( PII ) 2. My Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ) data, including financial aid history and loan and grant information.

3. My IRS tax transcripts were obtained and used without proper authorization.

These actions violate my rights under FERPA ( 20 U.S.C. 1232g ; 34 CFR Part 99 ), which grants me the right to control access to my educational records, and Title IV of the Higher Education Act, which governs the use and protection of federal student aid information. Furthermore, unauthorized access to my IRS tax data raises serious concerns regarding potential identity theft, fraud, and violations of federal data security standards.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I recently discovered that my sensitive and legally protected records were accessed and potentially shared without my consent. This included but is not limited to : 1. My academic records and personally identifiable information ( PII ) 2. My Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ) data, including financial aid history and loan and grant information.

3. My IRS tax transcripts were obtained and used without proper authorization.

These actions violate my rights under FERPA ( 20 U.S.C. 1232g ; 34 CFR Part 99 ), which grants me the right to control access to my educational records, and Title IV of the Higher Education Act, which governs the use and protection of federal student aid information. Furthermore, unauthorized access to my IRS tax data raises serious concerns regarding potential identity theft, fraud, and violations of federal data security standards.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I recently discovered that my sensitive and legally protected records were accessed and potentially shared without my consent. This included but is not limited to : 1. My academic records and personally identifiable information ( PII ) 2. My Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ) data, including financial aid history and loan and grant information.

3. My IRS tax transcripts were obtained and used without proper authorization.

These actions violate my rights under FERPA ( 20 U.S.C. 1232g ; 34 CFR Part 99 ), which grants me the right to control access to my educational records, and Title IV of the Higher Education Act, which governs the use and protection of federal student aid information. Furthermore, unauthorized access to my IRS tax data raises serious concerns regarding potential identity theft, fraud, and violations of federal data security standards.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX ( date my wages was garnished as I never received an actual court order ) against me, XXXX XXXX for an alleged debt. 


I, XXXX XXXX contacted my Department of Human Resources and they provide me with the order provided to them from XXXX XXXX XXXX, Court Officer. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX is located at XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, NJ XXXX When, I XXXX XXXX received the paperwork from the Department of Human Resources I notice that the judgment dated XX/XX/XXXX and the court issued dated was XX/XX/XXXX. I, XXXX XXXX was never notified or received any paperwork of either of these dates. 


I, XXXX XXXX contacted XXXX XXXX to request a tracking number for the documents I was suppose to receive and they did not have such information. I, XXXX XXXX also contacted Court Officer XXXX XXXX XXXX and there was no response. 


On XX/XX/XXXX, I XXXX XXXX received a letter from XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX dated XX/XX/XXXX informing of a Notice of Application for Wage Execution after they had already taken the wages on XX/XX/XXXX. 


3. Failure to Provide In accordance with New Jersey Court Rules and the FDCPA, before garnishment, can proceed, a debtor must properly notified of the judgment and the garnishment order. Specifically : Under N.J.S.A 2A:17-50, the debtor must be given proper notice of the right to request a hearing to dispute the garnishment. 


The FDCPA ( 15 U.S.C. 1692g ) requires to the creditor to notify the debtor of the debt and provide an opportunity to dispute it before taking legal action to collect it. 


In the case, Defendant XXXX XXXX was not served with proper notice, nor was there a meaningful opportunity to contest the garnishment before it was executed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
A FCRA violation refers to a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), which is a federal law that regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information. Federal law requires that consumer reporting agencies ( CRAs ) follow reasonable procedures to ensure 100 % accuracy of the information contained in their credit reports. If a consumer suffers damages as a result of a FCRA violation they may be entitled to bring a private lawsuit against the CRA and recover actual damages, statutory damages, and attorney 's fees. These accounts listed on my letter is not 100 % correct and I demand them to be investigated completely.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
" I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: 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 2025-02-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE XXXX XXXX BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am a victim of XX/XX/XXXX. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that trafficking. 

Account Name : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/2024

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Installment loan
Issue: Charged fees or interest you didn't expect — 
Company: AMERICAN HONDA FINANCE CORP
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I purchased a " XXXX '' extended warranty for my XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX ) motorcycle on XX/XX/XXXX. It was effective from XX/XX/XXXX until XX/XX/XXXX. I paid via the " XXXX '' installment plan of XXXX monthly payments and payment was completed on XX/XX/XXXX. I sold the XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX, a little over XXXX months into my XXXX month warranty. When I contacted XXXX about a partial refund I was told I had to submit a cancellation request to the dealership. 

This struck me as odd given that I had purchased the extended warranty directly from " XXXX '', i.e., American Honda Finance Corporation. 

Nonetheless, I submitted a cancellation request on XX/XX/XXXX. Each time I asked the dealership about my " case '' I was told they were waiting on XXXX. 

It's now well over XXXX months since I submitted my request. I have heard nothing from XXXX. I tried reaching out on XXXX and via email. No response. 

I am aware I will most likely be out the interest they charged me for using the FlexPlan but they owe me a prorated refund due to the lack of response I filed a complaint with the XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX closed that complaint XXXX weeks later -- when XXXX failed to reply to repeated requests to respond. 

The lengthy delay in getting the refund I am owed is unacceptable and in my view constitutes an unfair business practice.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/year> Account Name : XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/year>

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence I provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian 's inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

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 2025-02-27 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
These can be combined On my credit report, you have shown incorrect accounts that should not be there at all. This is not only unjust to me, but it's also concerning, because I've never done or made any of the things you accuse me of. If you don't look into these accounts, I'll take legal action against you.

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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: DISCOVER BANK
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
Good day I opened a credit card with discover in 2017 and I would like to get it of my credit history, it should have been taken out ... I have since paid the card of but it still shows up and is affecting my credit health.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to report an unauthorized account on my credit report, indicating potential identity theft. I have filed a police report and taken steps to protect myself. I have also attached copies of relevant documents, including my credit report highlighting the fraudulent account, as well as any other supporting evidence.

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 2025-02-27 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am demanding immediate clarification regarding the method of verification your bureau uses to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to know exactly how disputed items are verified. I expect you to provide me with complete transparency about the following : The exact process or method your bureau uses to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity/entities responsible for carrying out this verification. 
Any documentation or evidence used to support the accuracy of the disputed items. 
I am fully aware of my rights under the FCRA, and I expect full compliance with this request. If you can not provide verifiable proof for these items.

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 2025-02-27 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: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am demanding immediate clarification regarding the method of verification your bureau uses to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I have the right to know exactly how disputed items are verified. I expect you to provide me with complete transparency about the following : The exact process or method your bureau uses to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity/entities responsible for carrying out this verification. 
Any documentation or evidence used to support the accuracy of the disputed items. 
I am fully aware of my rights under the FCRA, and I expect full compliance with this request. If you can not provide verifiable proof for these items.

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 2025-02-27 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally lodge a complaint concerning inquiries on my credit report that I neither recognized nor consented to. These unauthorized inquiries are not only concerning but also damaging to my financial reputation. It has come to my attention that certain inquiries have been made on my credit report without my consent or knowledge. I want to emphasize that I have no association with these inquiries and have never authorized any entity to access my credit information in this manner.

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 2025-02-27 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE XXXX XXXX BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-02-27 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unauthorized transactions or other transaction problem — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
I purchased a XXXX month plan from XXXX. I used PayPal to pay for this. Today I just got charged more than twice for this service. I had NOT signed up for recurring charges. Only for a XXXX month plan! The company won't refund me. I have cancelled with the company. But PayPal is showing a recurring payment ( which I never requested ). I just changed this on PayPal. But, I want a refund for the {$38.00} + dollars that was automatically charged today. I NEVER AUTHORIZED PayPal to automatically charge me!!!! 
I am a senior citizen and I believe this company, XXXX ( XXXX XXXX ) is fraudulent and in cahoots with PayPal, in defrauding seniors of their money. 
Please help! Thanks, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief