vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit reporting act XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX has violated my rights. 

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, States a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instruction.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: The Law Offices of Mitchell D. Bluhm & Associates
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
NOITICE XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX/ LAW OFFICES MBA IS IN VIOLATION OF ; Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S. Code 552a ) Important Definitions ( 4 ) the term record means any item, collection, or grouping of information about an individual that is maintained by an agency, including, but not limited to, his education, financial transactions, medical history, and criminal or employment history and that contains his name, or the identifying number, symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to the individual, such as a finger or voice print or a photograph ; This includes consumer reports ( b ) Conditions of Disclosure.No agency shall disclose any record which is contained in a system of records by any means of communication to any person, or to another agency, except pursuant to a written request by, or with the prior written consent of, the individual to whom the record pertains, unless disclosure of the record would be ( 12 ) to a consumer reporting agency in accordance with section 3711 ( e ) of title 31. Again they need prior written instruction of the individual to whom it relates. Section 3711 ( e ) of title 31 States ( 1 ) When trying to collect a claim of the Government under a law except the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 ( 26 U.S.C. 1 et seq. ), the head of an executive, judicial, or legislative agency shall disclose to a consumer reporting agency information from a system of records that a person is responsible for a claim if ( E ) the head of the agency has established procedures to ( iii ) get satisfactory assurances from each consumer reporting agency that the agency is complying with all laws of the United States related to providing consumer credit information ; and Either way they have violated not only the Fair Credit Reporting Act but also the Privacy Act of 1974

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Vehicle loan or lease — Loan
Issue: Managing the loan or lease — Billing problem
Company: ALLY FINANCIAL INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
This has been happening for over a year now. Every month it would take 3 to 5 times before they would full accept my payment. I believe it was XX/XX/. Ally financial auto loan. Payment should have been XXXX with XXXX going to financial fees. Due to continue late charges only XXXX is going to my principal. The only answer I get is that they can't find my BANK? Somehow 1 out of 5 times each month they can? They refuse to fix the problem. It has destroyed my credit. I can't get out of the loan due to the finances charges.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: OneMain Finance Corporation
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
Issue Description : Clarify the discrepancy regarding the reported late payments after the account was paid in full. 
Date of Last Activity : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX Date Reported : XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX Last Payment : -, XX/XX/XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX High Balance : {$5100.00}, {$5100.00}, {$600.00} Payment Status : Collection/Chargeoff, Unknown, Collection/Charge Credit Report Status : Derogatory, Paid, Derogatory XXXX : Discrepancy in reported late payments and inaccuracies XXXX and XXXX : No reported payment history.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of utmost importance concerning my credit report. After thoroughly reviewing my credit history, I have discovered several discrepancies and inaccuracies that suggest a case of identity theft. I request your immediate assistance in rectifying this situation. 

Below are the details of the discrepancies I have identified : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX I have noticed a series of fraudulent transactions on my credit report, including purchases and withdrawals that I did not make or authorize. 

I am extremely concerned about these discrepancies, as they have already had a significant adverse impact on my creditworthiness. It is crucial that these inaccuracies are promptly addressed to mitigate any further damage to my financial standing. 

Assist me in the process of reporting the identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) and obtaining an identity theft report. I understand that addressing identity theft can be a time-consuming process, but I urge you to act swiftly to rectify these issues and restore the accuracy of my credit report. Your cooperation in this matter is crucial to protecting my financial well-being.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Unable to get your credit report or credit score — Problem getting your free annual credit report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: LA

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting act. The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX  Account # XXXX ; has violated my rights. 
Account # XXXX Account # XXXX Account # XXXX 15 U.S.C. 1681 602 A. states I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C. 1681 604 A. Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a 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 if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is accurate.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Sequium Asset Solutions, LLC
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Discovered a collection/chargoff from a debt collector on my credit report. Called the original lender, XXXX XXXX, and confirmed an account ( XXXX ) was opened with my SSN fraudulently. I never received emails, phone calls, or mail about this account, debt or anything. Which is why it took so long to discover it.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 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: MN

Complaint narrative:
Dear Equifax I sent a letter to the furnisher disputing the account listed below. I have not heard back from them, but they have verified find the account as accurate. 

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Can they do this? Verify an account without providing me with proof that they are reporting 100 % accurate? I will be sending all letters to my attorney for review to see if anyone violated the law. Know your company verified the above account. Send me all of the information you used to verify the above account so my attorney can review it for any violations. 

Please send ASAP, as 15 days should be enough time. 

I and my attorney await your response. 

Cc : FTC, CFPB

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 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:
NOITICE XXXX XXXX IS IN VIOLATION OF ; Privacy Act of 1974 ( 5 U.S. Code 552a ) Important Definitions ( 4 ) the term record means any item, collection, or grouping of information about an individual that is maintained by an agency, including, but not limited to, his education, financial transactions, medical history, and criminal or employment history and that contains his name, or the identifying number, symbol, or other identifying particular assigned to the individual, such as a finger or voice print or a photograph ; This includes consumer reports ( b ) Conditions of Disclosure.No agency shall disclose any record which is contained in a system of records by any means of communication to any person, or to another agency, except pursuant to a written request by, or with the prior written consent of, the individual to whom the record pertains, unless disclosure of the record would be ( 12 ) to a consumer reporting agency in accordance with section 3711 ( e ) of title 31.

Again they need prior written instruction of the individual to whom it relates.

Section 3711 ( e ) of title 31 States ( 1 ) When trying to collect a claim of the Government under a law except the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 ( 26 U.S.C. 1 et seq. ), the head of an executive, judicial, or legislative agency shall disclose to a consumer reporting agency information from a system of records that a person is responsible for a claim if ( E ) the head of the agency has established procedures to ( iii ) get satisfactory assurances from each consumer reporting agency that the agency is complying with all laws of the United States related to providing consumer credit information ; and Either way they have violated not only the Fair Credit Reporting Act but also the Privacy Act of 1974

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — Gift card
Issue: Problem with a purchase or transfer — Card company isn't resolving a dispute about a purchase or transfer
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I bought XXXX Amex gift cards and they don't seem to work anywhere online. I have called them so many times and they keep telling me that I can not get a refund so I have XXXX cards that have my money on them that I can not use anywhere I want to use them at. I bought the first card in early XXXX and I bought the second one on XX/XX/2023. I just want my money back since I can't use the cards where I want to use them. I never had these issues before using their cards but I guess they changed or something because now I can't use their cards anywhere online.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my profound frustration and disappointment regarding the continued presence of fraudulent accounts on my credit report, which have not been adequately addressed despite multiple previous disputes. It is with great annoyance that I must once again bring to your attention the following fraudulent accounts that persistently tarnish my credit history : XXXX XXXX XXXX PLEASE DELETE!!! 
XXXX XXXX XXXX PLEASE DELETE!!! 
These fraudulent accounts were reported without my consent and have caused severe damage to my financial standing. Despite my numerous attempts to dispute and have them removed from my credit report, your bureau has failed to investigate and rectify this issue adequately. 
It is astonishing that despite the overwhelming evidence provided, your bureau continues to overlook the severity of this matter and has failed to carry out its responsibility to maintain accurate and fair credit reporting. The continued presence of these fraudulent accounts is not only damaging my creditworthiness but also causing significant emotional distress and inconvenience.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to express my profound frustration and disappointment regarding the continued presence of fraudulent accounts on my credit report, which have not been adequately addressed despite multiple previous disputes. It is with great annoyance that I must once again bring to your attention the following fraudulent accounts that persistently tarnish my credit history : XXXX XXXX XXXX PLEASE DELETE!!! 
XXXX XXXX XXXX PLEASE DELETE!!! 
XXXX XXXX PLEASE DELETE!!! 
These fraudulent accounts were reported without my consent and have caused severe damage to my financial standing. Despite my numerous attempts to dispute and have them removed from my credit report, your bureau has failed to investigate and rectify this issue adequately. 
It is astonishing that despite the overwhelming evidence provided, your bureau continues to overlook the severity of this matter and has failed to carry out its responsibility to maintain accurate and fair credit reporting. The continued presence of these fraudulent accounts is not only damaging my creditworthiness but also causing significant emotional distress and inconvenience.

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 2023-12-06 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
*This is not a duplicate complaint, new information is being submitted! 

The credit brueaus are not protecting the consumer. These accounts have been removed from my credit, yet keep reoccurring. 
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  Unauthorized Inquiries from the latter companies. 
I've also been discriminated against for being XXXX, resulting in lower then my strong credit should and did reflect.

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 2023-12-06 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: GU

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an issue regarding my credit report in light of the XXXX data breach. I have recently become aware of unauthorized access to my personal information, and I believe it has led to negative accounts on my credit report without my consent. 

I understand that the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) grants me the right to dispute and rectify inaccuracies on my credit report. In accordance with this, I kindly request your assistance in investigating and, if found to be a result of the XXXX data breach, removing all negative accounts, charge-offs, and inquiries that have been reported without my permission. 

I have taken the necessary steps to secure my information and monitor my financial accounts more closely. However, the impact of these unauthorized accounts on my credit history has been a cause of concern. Your intervention in this matter would greatly help in restoring the accuracy and integrity of my credit report. 

Enclosed with this letter, please find supporting documentation related to the XXXX data breach and any additional information that might assist in your investigation. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your assistance in resolving this issue. 

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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 2023-12-06 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: GU

Complaint narrative:
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an issue regarding my credit report in light of the XXXX data breach. I have recently become aware of unauthorized access to my personal information, and I believe it has led to negative accounts on my credit report without my consent. 

I understand that the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) grants me the right to dispute and rectify inaccuracies on my credit report. In accordance with this, I kindly request your assistance in investigating and, if found to be a result of the XXXX data breach, removing all negative accounts, charge-offs, and inquiries that have been reported without my permission. 

I have taken the necessary steps to secure my information and monitor my financial accounts more closely. However, the impact of these unauthorized accounts on my credit history has been a cause of concern. Your intervention in this matter would greatly help in restoring the accuracy and integrity of my credit report. 

Enclosed with this letter, please find supporting documentation related to the XXXX data breach and any additional information that might assist in your investigation. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and your assistance in resolving this issue. 

Thank you for your time and consideration.

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 2023-12-06 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: U.S. BANCORP
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX  did not Give notice that I can dispute the debt, This junk debt buyer parked a collection account illegally on my consumer reports, I have never done business with XXXX XXXX I have No contract with XXXX XXXX. This company has violated setion 623 of the fair credit reporting act and Federal debt collection practice act ( FDCPA ) section 1692j XXXX has harm my abilty to obtain credit at a low interest rate. I ; m in the process of purchasing a home for my Family.

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