vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Kikoff Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally dispute the continued reporting of late payment notations on my credit report under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681 ).

While I acknowledge your position regarding reporting obligations, I am requesting that Kikoff provide competent verification that the reported late payments are accurate, complete, and verifiable as required by the FCRA. Specifically, please provide : 1. Proof of each alleged late payment, including the exact due date, grace period applied, and date the payment was deemed late 2. Proof that all required billing statements and payment notices were properly delivered prior to each reporting period 3. Evidence that the account was actively billed and serviced during the periods reported 4. Documentation showing that the account balance, payment obligations, and reporting status were correctly calculated for each month in question Additionally, please note that continued reporting of negative information must not be misleading, incomplete, or unfairly harmful, especially if the account was inactive, closed, or no longer being billed in a traditional manner.

If Kikoff is unable to provide full verification that meets FCRA standards, I am requesting that the disputed late payment entries be removed from all credit reporting agencies to ensure compliance. 

Please conduct a reasonable investigation and respond in writing within the timeframe required by law. 

Sincerely, XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair credit Reporting Act, the following accounts listed in the attachments have violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. I would like to assert that no permissible purpose under 15 USC 1681b ( 2 ) has been established and under the Fair Credit Reporting Act this must be established.

15 U.S.C 6802 ( a ) A financial institution may not, directly or through any affiliate, disclose to a non affiliated third party any nonpublic personal information. 15 U.S.C 6802 ( b ) ( 1 ) A financial institution may not disclose nonpublic personal information to a nonaffiliated third party unless ( A ) such financial institution clearly and conspicuously discloses to the consumer, in writing or in electronic form or other form permitted by the regulations prescribed under section 6804 of this title, that such information may be disclosed to such third party ; ( B ) the consumer is given the opportunity, before the time that such information is initially disclosed, to direct that such information not be disclosed to such third party ; and ( C ) the consumer is given an explanation of how the consumer can exercise that nondisclosure option. 

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602 A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C section 604 A Section 2 : States a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an 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 7 years.

15 U.S.C 1666b ( a ) Time to make payments, A credit may not treat a payment on a credit card account under an open end consumer credit plan as late for any purpose 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 inaccurate.

15 U.S. Code 1681i ) : You have the right to dispute any information on your credit report that is inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, or unverifiable.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I paid for an event ticket that was to be delivered via electronic transfer using PayPal. The payment was completed through my PayPal account and processed via ACH.

The electronic ticket has not been delivered, and I have not received access to the event. I contacted the seller and PayPal requesting confirmation and delivery of the ticket, but the ticket was not provided and no refund was issued.

I filed a PayPal claim under Item Not Received / Service Not Rendered. Because the transaction was processed via ACH, my bank is unable to dispute the charge, making PayPal the only entity with the ability to provide buyer protection. 

Despite clear non-delivery of the purchased service, PayPal has failed to resolve the claim appropriately. I am requesting that PayPal reverse the transaction and issue a refund for non-delivery of services.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
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.

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 2025-12-29 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: I.C. System, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have disputed this account multiple times over the months with it just updating as verified with no verification given. This is not my account. The amount reporting is 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 2025-12-29 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:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I found multiple accounts, inquiries and incorrect information that I am not aware of. Per FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) I demand immediate blocking and removal of accounts, inquiries, and personal information resulting from identity theft. I have provided government ID, proof of address, and an identity theft affidavit so, there shouldnt be any confusion or stall tactics on your end. Continued reporting of these fraudulent accounts violates FCRA 607 ( b ) ( accuracy requirement ), 611 ( dispute process ), and 623 ( furnisher responsibilities ). Failure to comply constitutes willful noncompliance under 616617, exposing the bureaus and furnishers to statutory damages, punitive damages, and enforcement action

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 2025-12-29 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:
Experian and Equifax has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit R Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian and Equifax, 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 and Equifax 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 and Equifax 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

I looked at my XXXX XXXX  & TransUnion credit report on XX/XX/year> and noticed some things are incomplete and not accurate. And according to the fair credit reporting act Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

And according to 15 USC 1681 5 they are suppose to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generallf, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall ( i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer.

And according to 15 USC 1681s-2 they are suppose to 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 inaccurate.

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 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Kikoff Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Whom It May Concern, I dispute the adequacy and legal sufficiency of Kikoffs response.

While the company asserts that late payments and a charge-off can not be removed under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), this statement is misleading and incomplete. The FCRA does not require the permanent reporting of derogatory information when the furnisher can not demonstrate ongoing accuracy, proportionality, or predictive credit riskparticularly on a closed account with a XXXX balance. 

Key issues remain unresolved : 1. Failure to Meet FCRA 1681s-2 ( b ) Obligations Once a dispute is received, furnishers are required to : Conduct a reasonable investigation Verify accuracy using competent evidence Correct or delete unverifiable or misleading data Kikoff has not demonstrated that each reported XXXX, XXXX, and multiple XXXX late payment is independently accurate, non-duplicative, or properly timed. Simply attaching a payment history does not satisfy the standard of a reasonable investigation. 
2. Punitive and Disproportionate Reporting The account : Is closed Has a XXXX balance Carries no ongoing credit obligation Poses no current credit risk Despite this, Kikoff continues to report multiple severe delinquencies, including XXXX separate XXXX late payments. This volume of derogatory data is excessive, misleading, and punitive rather than predictive, violating the FCRAs accuracy and fairness principles. 
3. Inconsistent and Misleading Bureau Reporting Kikoff claims to report identical information to all credit bureaus while acknowledging that bureau displays differ. If reporting is materially inconsistent across bureaus, this raises serious concerns regarding data integrity and furnisher controls. 
XXXX. XXXX Product Misrepresentation Kikoff markets itself as a credit-building product, not a traditional high-risk lender. The continued reporting of stacked, severe delinquencies on a resolved, low-balance account contradicts that purpose and misleads consumers and third-party credit decision-makers. 

Request for CFPB Action I respectfully request that the CFPB require Kikoff to : Conduct and document a legally compliant reinvestigation Justify each late payment with competent, non-duplicative evidence Remove unverifiable, excessive, or misleading late payment reporting Correct all bureaus to reflect accurate, proportional reporting If Kikoff can not meet its burden under FCRA 1681s-2 ( b ), the disputed information must be deleted. 

Thank you for your review and supervisory oversight. 

Sincerely, XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: BMO BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I have been a victim of identity theft. There were several accounts opened as a result of fraud.

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 2025-12-29 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:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 

I looked at my Experian, XXXX XXXX XXXX credit report on XX/XX/year> and noticed some things are incomplete and not accurate. And according to the fair credit reporting act Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates according to 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ).

And according to 15 USC 1681 5 they are suppose to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generallf, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of the information is found to be inaccurate or incomplete or can not be verified, the consumer reporting agency shall ( i ) promptly delete that item of information from the file of the consumer, or modify that item of information, as appropriate, based on the results of the reinvestigation; and ( ii ) promptly notify the furnisher of that information that the information has been modified or deleted from the file of the consumer. 

And according to 15 USC 1681s-2 they are suppose to 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 inaccurate.

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 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Medical debt
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: Capio Partners, LLC
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/XXXX I requested validiation on the debt XXXX XXXX claims I owe. I also requested evidence that they have the right to collect on this debt. Lastly, I requested that they no longer contact me via phone calls only through the mail. XXXX XXXX responded with only an invoice and has continued contacting me via the phone.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple disputes submitted with supporting documentation, the bureau has continued to report inaccurate and unverifiable information. The bureau has shown a pattern of willful noncompliance with the FCRA, specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681n. Under 1681i, the bureau must conduct a reasonable reinvestigation and delete or correct information that can not be verified. Instead, the disputed accounts and inquiries were re-reported without competent verification. The bureaus persistence in publishing unverifiable data after repeated notice reflects reckless disregard of its statutory duties, resulting in ongoing consumer harm, including adverse credit decisions and increased costs. This pattern meets the willfulness threshold under 1681n and warrants immediate deletion of the unverifiable items, corrective disclosures, and appropriate remedial measures.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Despite multiple disputes submitted with supporting documentation, the bureau has continued to report inaccurate and unverifiable information. The bureau has shown a pattern of willful noncompliance with the FCRA, specifically 15 U.S.C. 1681n. Under 1681i, the bureau must conduct a reasonable reinvestigation and delete or correct information that can not be verified. Instead, the disputed accounts and inquiries were re-reported without competent verification. The bureaus persistence in publishing unverifiable data after repeated notice reflects reckless disregard of its statutory duties, resulting in ongoing consumer harm, including adverse credit decisions and increased costs. This pattern meets the willfulness threshold under 1681n and warrants immediate deletion of the unverifiable items, corrective disclosures, and appropriate remedial measures.

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 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: TRANSWORLD SYSTEMS INC
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
The company has tried repeatedly contacting me through phone and email, I contacted them and asked them to stop harassing me and they havent to date. I now would like to formally address this to ensure it doesnt happen again

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: SUNRISE CREDIT SERVICES, INC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
SUNRISECRED is falsely reporting on my credit. I have never had any accounts with them. Per my research SUNRISECRED is a debt collector. They are falsely reporting on my credit!! Account number is XXXX is falsely reporting to my credit file and is against my rights and fair credit act. Under U.S Code 1618d - Disclosure of investigation consumer report ; you are in violation.

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 2025-12-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt was result of identity theft
Company: CFS Investments
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX is falsely reporting on my credit. I have never had any accounts with them. Per my research XXXX is a debt collector. They are falsely reporting on my credit!! Account number is XXXX is falsely reporting to my credit file and is against my rights and fair credit act. Under U.S Code 1618d - Disclosure of investigation consumer report ; you are in violation.

Company response to consumer: Untimely response