vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I submitted a complaint to these Bureaus a month ago, yet the erroneous information on my report persists. I have not received any updates from the Bureaus, apart from your notification indicating that the company has addressed my complaint. How can I be assured that they have conducted a thorough investigation into the inaccuracies on my report? What procedures were utilized to verify the accounts? This entire situation is exceedingly frustrating. Over 30 days have passed since I lodged my complaint, and the disputed accounts remain unchanged. If this issue is not resolved, I will be compelled to pursue legal action due to the significant stress it has caused me. Additionally, I am worried about the security of my personal information, which has been compromised by the Equifax, Experian, and Transunion data breach.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: Aargon Agency, Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Second CFPB complaint regarding company because of refusal to remove information on first complaint. Submitting additional details and documents regarding this identity theft. 

I will again say that these charges do not belong to me and the name of the person using a stolen identity card with an old last name on it to get electric service in a state that I have never resided at. Address provided by Aargon Collection agency is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, IL XXXX. 

That persons name is XXXX XXXX located at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, IL XXXX. This person stole my identity then used it to open an XXXX account using an old Colorado Drivers license with my old name on it. 

This collection belongs to this person and not me. I have resided in the state of Colorado and XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and has not changed in the last 9 years. My prior XXXX company was also from Colorado XXXX XXXX XXXX ). I have never heard of XXXX Illinois and have never done business with them. 
I will attach proof of this with my current provider and dates.

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 2025-08-05 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MD

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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Im a XXXX XXXX XXXX who was paid {$1900.00} by a company XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX through PayPal for a promotional video campaign. The services were fully delivered and never removed. Nearly 6 months later well past any reasonable timeline the buyer opened a dispute falsely claiming I deleted content. This is not true. I provided clear evidence showing the video was never taken down and remains live on my public XXXX page. 

I immediately responded with screenshots and a direct link to the content. The buyer has not submitted a single piece of evidence since opening the claim. Despite this, PayPal placed a hold on the full amount and has kept my funds frozen for over 3 weeks. Ive contacted their support five times. Each representative confirmed that the evidence was strong and repeatedly told me the case would be resolved within XXXX hours. That never happened. 

On top of that, the PayPal Resolution Center stated the case would be resolved by XX/XX/XXXX. As soon as XX/XX/XXXX hit, the resolution date was suddenly pushed back another 10 days to XX/XX/XXXX with no explanation. Ive now been waiting weeks for a decision on a claim that shouldve been dismissed within days. 

Even more frustrating : the buyer previously tried to file a similar claim back in XXXX, but PayPal rejected it due to it being outside their XXXX dispute window. This current claim appears to be a last-minute, baseless attempt to reverse a valid payment and PayPal is enabling it.

I'm currently overseas and relying on this money for living expenses. Ive complied with everything PayPal requested and done nothing wrong, yet Im being punished due to their delay and refusal to close a clearly one-sided case. Their inaction is harming me financially and professionally. 

Im requesting that the CFPB step in to ensure PayPal resolves this immediately in my favor, releases the funds, and reviews its flawed dispute process that currently allows unfounded claims to stall for weeks with zero evidence from the buyer.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: MD

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 2025-08-05 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:
I have hard inquiries that I didnt make on my credit report I have file identity theft and put out a fraud alert however Equifax wont remove them or investigate them! Just keep adding more inquiries! I cant access my equiax account online either

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have submitted multiple formal dispute letters to Equifax Information Services LLC regarding inaccurate and unverifiable information on my credit report ( see attached copies ). Despite clear legal notice, Equifax Information Services LLC continues to willfully report inaccurate data in violation of FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), 1681i, and FDCPA 1692e and 1692f. I have exhausted all attempts to resolve this matter directly with the credit bureau. I now request the CFPB to investigate and enforce compliance.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
The consumer reporting agency has willfully violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports, by furnishing or reporting information on my credit file without my written consent or legal authorization. I did not provide any written instructions allowing the agency to collect or disclose this information. This is a clear violation of the permissible purpose provision, and I have formally disputed the items in question.

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 2025-08-05 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally submit a complaint regarding the handling of inaccurate information on my credit report by the credit reporting agencies, despite my repeated efforts in dispute these errors. Despite multiple disputes filed with the bureau, they have failed to take appropriate action to update or delete these inaccuracies as required by law. This negligence has persisted despite my lawful right, under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I5 U.S.C. 1681, to have my credit report reflect only accurate and verifiable information. The FCRA mandates that credit reporting agencies ensure the accuracy of information ( 15 U.S.C.le ( b ) ) and conduct a reasonable investigation of disputes raised by consumers ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ). The accounts in question, listed below, contain incorrect information that I have repeatedly disputed : COLLECTION : XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CHARGE-OFF : XXXX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX LATE PAYMENT : XXXX XXXX  XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies addressed, the bureaus have not conducted a reasonable investigation or made the required updates, violating my rights under 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) and 168li of the FCRA. This disregard for my rights as a consumer is impacting my financial standing, and I am requesting immediate corrective action.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

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

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I have a goal of getting a house as soon as possible but the stuff on my credit report will really put me in trouble. Ive been trying to understand some instances why the credit bureaus may take some time to respond but this is so unprofessional. My name is XXXX XXXX and I am filing this complaint for falsely reporting misleading information. Please take note, it is me personally who is filling this. There is no third party involved. Please review the uploaded letters.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
Transunion stated that my credit profile had been merged with another credit profile with a similar name to mines in early XX/XX/XXXX since Ive had multiple different fraudulent accounts appear on my credit report I contacted Transunion and the companies involved which all stated that these accounts did not belong to me and information did not match I have submitted multiple disputes to both Transunion and the companies involved. Neither have agreed to remove this fraudulent information from my Credit profile I have submitted numerous amounts of documentation supporting my claims. Transunion has removed all other fraudulent information for my credit report but the following information still remains please re-investigate and block fraudulent information from my credit report immediately. 

Equifax has failed to investigate a proper dispute process for the information on my credit report. Blow are the dates and confirmation numbers to the disputes filed with Equifax. Equifax has removed the fraudulent account but stated that I must contact each company individually in order to have the fraudulent inquiries removed from my credit report, after receiving multiple ftc records as well as multiple police reports confirming that Im an victim of identity theft. 

Dispute opened XX/XX/XXXX closed XX/XX/XXXX conformation number XXXX Dispute opened XX/XX/XXXX closed XX/XX/XXXX confirmation number XXXX Dispute opened XX/XX/XXXX closed XX/XX/XXXX confirmation number XXXX Fraudulent Account XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$270.00} Account Number XXXX Opened XXXX XXXX Fraudulent inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 2025-08-05 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:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), the documents needed, a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt bondage, which falls under trafficking according to Trafficking-Debt Bondage Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) - ( 5 ) -- -- -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my photo ID along with the other required documents. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only XXXX are required per the LAW. Which I have provided all of my documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 )

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 2025-08-05 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

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 2025-08-05 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
This is a follow-up to my previous written dispute regarding fraudulent accounts and inquiries appearing on my consumer report. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are required to block all information resulting from identity theft within XXXX business days of receipt. 
The following accounts and inquiries do NOT belong to me and were obtained fraudulently without my consent : ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * XXXX, Date Opened : XX/XX/2020, Balance : {$4900.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to follow up on my previous correspondence regarding several negative accounts appearing on my credit report due to identity theft, as detailed in my last letter. 

In my initial statement, I outlined the unauthorized transactions and accounts that have been fraudulently opened in my name, which have severely impacted my credit standing. I kindly requested the removal, blocking, or updating of these inaccurate entries, as well as a prompt response regarding the dispute 's timeline and process. 

Please provide an update on the current status of my case and confirm the steps that have been or will be taken to resolve this matter. If there is any additional information or documentation required, please let me know, as I am committed to assisting with the verification and correction process to ensure an accurate reflection of my credit report. 

I appreciate your time and consideration in addressing this issue. I look forward to your response and a timely resolution to restore the integrity of my credit record. 

Thank you once again for your assistance.

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 2025-08-05 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to follow up on my previous correspondence regarding several negative accounts appearing on my credit report due to identity theft, as detailed in my last letter. 

In my initial statement, I outlined the unauthorized transactions and accounts that have been fraudulently opened in my name, which have severely impacted my credit standing. I kindly requested the removal, blocking, or updating of these inaccurate entries, as well as a prompt response regarding the dispute 's timeline and process. 

Please provide an update on the current status of my case and confirm the steps that have been or will be taken to resolve this matter. If there is any additional information or documentation required, please let me know, as I am committed to assisting with the verification and correction process to ensure an accurate reflection of my credit report. 

I appreciate your time and consideration in addressing this issue. I look forward to your response and a timely resolution to restore the integrity of my credit record. 

Thank you once again for your assistance.

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 2025-08-05 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 have previously disputed Experian, Equifax and Transunion regarding multiple accounts that are inaccurate. As of today, I have not received any responses or proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non-compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports are badly hurting my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-05 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: WI

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, a credit inquiry was submitted to XXXX XXXX using my name. This inquiry triggered an alert to my credit report. I contacted my XXXX credit card company, XXXX XXXX XXXX who is the 3rd party that supports credit reports using Experian. They would be investigating this. In the meantime, I dug into the details of the inquiry and called XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX  XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX  XXXX. I reported that I did not make the inquiry. They communicated that someone provided my social security number and had applied for a XXXX Credit Card in my name. The account had not been approved yet because XXXX XXXX requested additional information. At this point, they stopped the application and would be changing it to a fraudulent attempt to secure the credit card. They also told me that my social security number had been compromised. On XX/XX/year>, I had a conference call with the XXXX XXXX XXXX to review the situation. The " XXXX XXXX XXXX '' team was now officially handling the fraud claim. We called XXXX XXXX to verify that they had labeled the inquiry as fraudulent, which they had done. XXXX XXXX walked me through next steps and would ensure that it comes off of the Experian credit report. We also discussed other steps I should take to ensure that social security number and accounts are protected.

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 2025-08-05 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MD

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

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 2025-08-05 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

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 response to consumer: Closed with explanation