vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as a formal follow-up to my previous correspondence regarding your agency 's ongoing refusal to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically in connection with my properly filed identity theft report submitted through IdentityTheft.gov. 

To date, your agency has not provided any satisfactory justification for rejecting this report, nor have you taken the necessary steps to investigate or remove the clearly fraudulent accounts listed below from my credit file. As reiterated in my prior letter, federal lawincluding FCRA Section 605B and Section 617requires you to accept valid identity theft reports from consumers, including those submitted through the Federal Trade Commissions IdentityTheft.gov platform. Nowhere does the law require that such reports originate solely from a law enforcement agency. 

Your continued rejection of my legally sufficient identity theft affidavit is not only unsupported by federal law but also constitutes willful noncompliance with the FCRA. This failure to act in accordance with clearly established legal procedures and CFPB guidance reflects blatant disregard for my rights as a consumer and victim of identity theft. Let me be clear : This is your final notice. You are in violation of federal law by continuing to report and verify accounts that were opened fraudulently and which I have already disputed with appropriate documentation. 

If I do not receive confirmation within 15 calendar days that these accounts have been permanently removed and that my credit file has been updated to reflect the resolution of this matter, I will proceed to : 1.File formal complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my State Attorney General.

2.Initiate legal action for your violations of FCRA Section 617 and for any damages sustained as a result of your unlawful reporting and failure to investigate. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: GA

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. 

XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  -- {$6000.00}

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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: OK

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Experian and XXXX  credit reporting agency , block 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, inaccurate, and false information consists of : LIST OF ITEMS TO BE REMOVED CAP XXXX AUTO XXXX BALANCED {$10000.00} XXXX XXXX BALANCED {$1400.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX CARD XXXX BALANCED {$2300.00} XXXX XXXX  BALANCED {$7600.00} XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX - XX/XX/year> XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/year>XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/year> XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XX/XX/year> These Items have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer XXXX credit report. I've 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 aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or 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 aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # ( private case number ) as proof from the XXXX Federal Trade Commission that all of the aforementioned consumer credit accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: MA

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. This is XXXX XXXX XXXX do not refute my complaint by stating that I filed this by some other means than myself. There is no third party involved. The stuff on my credit report is wrong and Under 15 U.S. Code 1681b Permissible purposes of consumer reports I never gave any written consent to report anything on my consumer reports no consent is fraud. Please take necessary actions for my complaint, Ive been very patient on this matter.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute XXXX or more unauthorized hard inquiries that appear on my credit report. I did not authorize these inquiries and have no knowledge of any application for credit with the associated entities. I believe these XXXXay be the result of identity theft or fraudulent activity.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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:
This correspondence serves as a formal follow-up and final notice regarding your continued noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), despite my previous dispute dated XX/XX/XXXX. To date, you have failed to conduct a proper reinvestigation of the disputed account listed below, nor have you provided the legally required verification documentation in response to my demand under FCRA 611 ( a ).

Let me remind you that under FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) and 611 ( a ) ( 5 ), you are obligated to complete a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information and to delete or modify any unverifiable data. Additionally, under FCRA 623 ( b ), data furnishers must investigate and report the results of the reinvestigation to the credit reporting agency in a timely and accurate manner. Your failure to do so not only undermines the integrity of the credit reporting system but also exposes your organization to significant legal liability under FCRA 617 for damages resulting from your willful or negligent noncompliance.

Documentation Still Required : Despite my prior request, you have not produced any of the following : 1. A copy of the original creditor agreement bearing my signature ( if applicable ) ; 2. Records or communications used to verify the accuracy of the disputed information ; 3. Documentation outlining your reinvestigation procedure and final findings.

Without this verification, continued reporting of inaccurate information violates FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( A ), which explicitly requires deletion if information can not be verified.

Continued Noncompliance Legal Implications You are now in a clear pattern of willful noncompliance. I remind you of the precedent set in : XXXX XXXX TransUnion XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) where failure to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation was held as willful noncompliance ; XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ) where damages were awarded due to inaccurate reporting and failure to properly reinvestigate. 

I reserve all rights to pursue monetary damages, including : Statutory damages up to {$1000.00} per violation ; Punitive damages for willful noncompliance ; Compensation for actual damages, including emotional distress and credit denials ; Legal fees and court costs, if litigation becomes necessary. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the removal of several phone numbers that do not belong to me from my credit file. After reviewing my credit report, I have noticed that these phone numbers have been incorrectly associated with my file. Below are the phone numbers that I request to be removed : ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX These numbers are not associated with my accounts, and their presence on my credit file is causing inaccuracies. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting that these entries be thoroughly investigated and removed from my credit report as soon as possible. 
Please confirm the removal of these incorrect phone numbers from my credit file and provide me with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the changes. 
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your confirmation of the requested actions.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally request the removal of several phone numbers that do not belong to me from my credit file. After reviewing my credit report, I have noticed that these phone numbers have been incorrectly associated with my file. Below are the phone numbers that I request to be removed : ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX ( XXXX ) XXXX These numbers are not associated with my accounts, and their presence on my credit file is causing inaccuracies. As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting that these entries be thoroughly investigated and removed from my credit report as soon as possible. 
Please confirm the removal of these incorrect phone numbers from my credit file and provide me with an updated copy of my credit report reflecting the changes. 
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to your confirmation of the requested actions.

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 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Personal information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Update Personal Information. Do Not Share private personal information. Please update consumer reports to reflect new and current information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
This account is fraudulent and was opened without my knowledge, consent, or authorization. I am a victim of identity theft, and I demand that this account be immediately investigated and removed from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: United Collection Bureau, Inc.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I have a small medical debt on my credit report that is causing severe harm to my credit score. I have attempted to dispute this item as per your rule all medical debt should be removed as of XX/XX/year>. I submitted a dispute with all 3 credit bureaus around XX/XX/XXXX thinking that this would trigger the removal. It did not. The reporting was found to be valid which it is not due to this rule you have placed.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Under federal law ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ), Equifax has thirty ( 30 ) days to complete my investigation from the date they received my first dispute on XXXX I sent a followed up letter on XXXX. Equifax has not responded and failed to maintain reasonable procedures in there operations to assure maximum possible accuracy in the credit reports they publish. Credit reporting laws ensure that bureaus report only 100 % accurate credit information and every step must be taken to assure the information reported is completely accurate and correct.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
Hello, I am writing to delete the following information on my credit report. The following items are listed in the report. I am a victim of identity theft. The charges made on the account were not mine. The items need to be deleted as they are inaccurate items on my credit report. The theft of my identity was reported to the federal Trade Commission. Also, I have an enclosed copy of the Federal Trade Commission identity theft affidavit. Please find it in your best interest to delete the items. 
I would like to emphasize the following legal obligations under the FCRA : Under 1681b, a consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report only under specific circumstances, including " In response to the order of a court having jurisdiction to issue such an order, or a subpoena issued in connection with proceedings before a Federal grand jury. '' This provision strictly limits when my consumer report can be furnished, and I do not believe any of these circumstances apply in this case. 
Under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ), credit bureaus must conduct a " reasonable reinvestigation '' upon receiving notice of a consumer dispute. I am formally notifying you of this dispute, and I expect a thorough and reasonable reinvestigation of all items I've identified.

15 U.S. Code 1681b outlines the permissible purposes of consumer reports, including conditions for furnishing and using consumer reports for employment purposes. I do not believe any of these permissible purposes apply to the disputed items on my report.

15 U.S. Code $ 1681c-2 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, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

15 U.S. Code 1681 Section B ( i ) - Requirements relating to reinsertion of previously deleted material - If a consumer reporting agency removes information from someone's credit file based on the requirements in the preceding section ( A ), the agency can not re-add or reinsert that previously deleted information back into the person 's file unless the entity that originally provided that information certifies that it is complete and accurate.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
This account is fraudulent and was opened without my knowledge, consent, or authorization. I am a victim of identity theft, and I demand that this account be immediately investigated and removed from my credit report.

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 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Problem caused by your funds being low — Overdrafts and overdraft fees
Company: NAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am having an issue pertaining Navy Federal Credit Union and the overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when transactions were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged posting of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB findings against Navy Federal for similar practices, where transactions settled with insufficient balances despite initially available funds. I believe these practices are unfair and request an investigation into my account transactions.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card — Problem getting a working replacement card
Company: CAPITAL ONE FINANCIAL CORPORATION
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
2nd time submitting my complaint with CFPB because it still shows " The company has responded that it is still working on your issue '' taking over 30+ days with no contact or resolution from Capital One! Here 's what's happening, After being approved for a Capital one credit card in XX/XX/year>, I STILL can't update my phone number or address even after submitting requested docs to prove my identity in order to update my phone number and address, which where, pictures of my drivers license, social security card, selfie and a current utility bill. Even though every time I submit and told have to wait up to 30 days to be reviewed only to be told I have to resubmit?! Even though I've submitted all these things 5-7 times already. Why isn't the last 5 or 7 times enough?! Plus after submitting all these items told it takes up to 30 days to review!!! Its been well over 4 months!!! With most recently being told my credit card is restricted permanently but I should reapply for a new credit card! Reluctantly, I reapplied only to be approved for a " secured '' credit card with reason being that I already have a " unsecured '' credit card with Capital One!? Upon checking my credit reports that yes Capital One is reporting the credit card account that they " restricted ''! I have complied with their requests to prove my identity numerous times and even reapplied as instructed by Capital One customer service supervisor and feel like I'm only going in circles. I understand and can appreciate they are only trying to protect from fraudulent accounts being opened and whatnot but come on, I've proven my identity but still can't resolve getting my credit card sent to me at correct address and updating my phone number.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-04-24 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
This letter serves as a formal follow-up to my previous correspondence regarding your agency 's ongoing refusal to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically in connection with my properly filed identity theft report submitted through IdentityTheft.gov.

To date, your agency has not provided any satisfactory justification for rejecting this report, nor have you taken the necessary steps to investigate or remove the clearly fraudulent accounts listed below from my credit file. As reiterated in my prior letter, federal lawincluding FCRA Section 605B and Section 617requires you to accept valid identity theft reports from consumers, including those submitted through the Federal Trade Commissions IdentityTheft.gov platform. Nowhere does the law require that such reports originate solely from a law enforcement agency.

Your continued rejection of my legally sufficient identity theft affidavit is not only unsupported by federal law but also constitutes willful noncompliance with the FCRA. This failure to act in accordance with clearly established legal procedures and CFPB guidance reflects blatant disregard for my rights as a consumer and victim of identity theft. Let me be clear : This is your final notice. You are in violation of federal law by continuing to report and verify accounts that were opened fraudulently and which I have already disputed with appropriate documentation. 

If I do not receive confirmation within 15 calendar days that these accounts have been permanently removed and that my credit file has been updated to reflect the resolution of this matter, I will proceed to : 1.File formal complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ), Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and my State Attorney General.

2.Initiate legal action for your violations of FCRA Section 617 and for any damages sustained as a result of your unlawful reporting and failure to investigate. 

XXXX XXXX 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 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