vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
MY PERSONAL INFORMATION WAS INVOLVED IN BOTH EQUIFAX AND XXXX DATA BREACH. I OBTAINED A COPY OF MY CREDIT REPORT AND IDENTIFIED ACCOUNTS THAT I HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE OF, NOR HAVE I EVER OPENED.

I CONTACTED EACH BUREAU BY PHONE AND FOLLOWED BY CERTIFIED MAIL REQUESTING VERIFICATION OF EACH ACCOUNT. EACH ACCOUNT IS UNVERIFIABLE BUT STILL REPORTING TO MY CONSUMER PROFILE.

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THIS INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED TO MY PROFILE WHICH IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681B FURNISHING ACCOUNTS IN DIRECT RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681 C-2 EACH BUREAU HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF REPORTING MAXIMUM ACCURACY, REPORTING INACCURATE ACCOUNTS IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681EB .

DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF EACH BUREAU IF NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 15 BUSINESS DAYS I WILL BE SEEKING MONETARY COMPENSATION OF {$1000.00} PER VIOLATION AND LEGAL ACTION

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
" I was shocked and devastated to see credit inquiries without my knowledge. I have reached out to the creditors to ask the following but they have FAILED to provide such.

Inquiry Details : Ask the creditor to provide specific details about the inquiry, such as the date it was made, the purpose of the inquiry and the type of credit product or service associated with the inquiry.

Application Documentation : Request copies of any credit applications or other documents related to the inquiry. This may include application forms, agreements, or disclosures that you would have completed or received when applying for credit.

Authorization Documentation : Ask the creditor to provide evidence of your authorization for the inquiry. This could include signed consent forms, agreements, or disclosures that demonstrate you provided permission for the creditor to access your credit report.

Communication Records : Request copies of any correspondence or communication between you and the creditor regarding the inquiry. This may include emails, letters, or notes documenting your interactions with the creditor.

Internal Records : Ask the creditor to provide internal records or notes related to the inquiry, including any decision-making processes or reasons for initiating the inquiry.

Identity Verification : If identity theft is a concern, request verification measures taken by the creditor to confirm your identity before initiating the inquiry. This may include verification of personal information or identity documents provided during the application process.

Compliance Documentation : Inquire about the creditor 's compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing credit inquiries, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ).

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Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I understand the importance of removing any incorrect information from my credit report according to FCRA 605B. Could you please review the attached documents? I've observed discrepancies in several accounts, which is quite concerning to me.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system.

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft.

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to address the ongoing inaccuracies on my credit report. Despite previous attempts to dispute the following items, they remain unresolved, significantly impacting my ability to obtain credit. I am entitled to monetary compensation under 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 6 ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to notify consumers of the results of reinvestigations within five business days after completion. You failed to correct these errors indicates noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ).

Under the FCRA, if disputed items can not be verified, they must be removed from my report. As per 15 U.S. Code 1681n ( Civil Liability for Willful Noncompliance ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681o ( Civil Liability for Negligent Noncompliance ), your agency may be held liable for failing to comply with federal law. Additionally, 15 U.S. Code 1692k holds entities accountable for violations related to debt collection. Any continued failure to address these inaccuracies in a timely manner will result in further legal action.

Charge-Off Accounts listed below must be DELETED IMMEDIATELY! due to violations of FDCPA Section 807 ( False and Misleading Representations ) and These accounts are falsely reported as charge-offs.

Collection Accounts Collection accounts listed below is in violation of 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( Permissible Purposes of Consumer Reports ). These must be DELETED in my report immediately.

Unauthorized Inquiries listed below were made without my authorization, violating 15 U.S.C. 1681c ( 1 ) ( A ) ( B ) ( i ) ( 3 ). They must be deleted from my report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
Recently I did an investigation on my credit report and found several items on there to be inaccurate.

Under 15 U.S. Code 1681e ( b ) Accuracy of report Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer report, it shall follow reasonable procedures to assure the maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the individual about whom the report relates.

15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, 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 shalli ) 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. 

Please remove the following items from my credit report, immediately : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1100.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2500.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$31000.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$870.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$310.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$350.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1000.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2200.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$13000.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX {$170.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$0.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$28.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX {$54.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX {$23.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$53.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX {$360.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX XXXX {$1200.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$390.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$710.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$100.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$130.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$610.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX. 
XXXX {$5400.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX {$190.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  {$610.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2100.00} XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$710.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$100.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$130.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2300.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$2200.00} XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX {$1200.00} XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information is missing that should be on the report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
" I was shocked and devastated to see credit inquiries without my knowledge. I have reached out to the creditors to ask the following but they have FAILED to provide such. 
XXXX XXXX : Ask the creditor to provide specific details about the inquiry, such as the date it was made, the purpose of the inquiry and the type of credit product or service associated with the inquiry. 
Application Documentation : Request copies of any credit applications or other documents related to the inquiry. This may include application forms, agreements, or disclosures that you would have completed or received when applying for credit. 
Authorization Documentation : Ask the creditor to provide evidence of your authorization for the inquiry. This could include signed consent forms, agreements, or disclosures that demonstrate you provided permission for the creditor to access your credit report. 
XXXXXXXX XXXX : Request copies of any correspondence or communication between you and the creditor regarding the inquiry. This may include emails, letters, or notes documenting your interactions with the creditor. 
Internal Records : Ask the creditor to provide internal records or notes related to the inquiry, including any decision-making processes or reasons for initiating the inquiry. 
Identity Verification : If identity theft is a concern, request verification measures taken by the creditor to confirm your identity before initiating the inquiry. This may include verification of personal information or identity documents provided during the application process. 
Compliance Documentation : Inquire about the creditor 's compliance with relevant laws and regulations governing credit inquiries, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ). 
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Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: VA

Complaint narrative:
This is my final notice regarding your ongoing noncompliance with federal credit reporting laws. I previously disputed the accuracy and legitimacy of several items on my credit report, yet your agency has failed to act in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ). 

Your violations include : Failure to validate the debt as required under 15 USC 1692g ( Section 809 ( b ) ).

Continuing communication after a certified cease-and-desist request, violating 15 USC 1692c ( Section 805 ( c ) ).

Harassment under 15 USC 1692d ( Section 806 ). 
Recently, I received notice that your investigation was complete, but the disputed accounts remain on my credit report. These accounts are not only inaccurate but were never authorized by me. No valid contract exists, and I have not provided any written consent for the reporting of these accounts, as required under 15 U.S. Code 1681b.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — Store credit card
Issue: Fees or interest — Charged too much interest
Company: Army and Air Force Exchange Service
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I purchased an item in XX/XX/XXXX under a Military Star Card XXXX  months no interest promotion ( valid promotion dates attached ). Interest payments however, were charged in error for XXXX months. When I called in XX/XX/XXXX to notify the Military Star Card, the representative said that since I did not report within XXXX XXXXays of the XXXX  payment, there is no recourse and therefore no refund of the incorrect interest fees.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Bureau credit reporting agency , block information appearing on my consumer credit report that is the result of identity theft and fraud within 4 business days of you receiving this complaint. This fraudulent, inaccurate, and false information consists of : 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  These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. 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 as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all the aforementioned consumer credit 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 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Old information reappears or never goes away
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
Equifax is reporting an account that was included in bankruptcy that should be removed. 

XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 

This account was included in a XXXX XXXX XXXX petition filed XX/XX/year>. The account was originally closed XX/XX/year>. 

This account reports negative information, such as, " account included in Bankruptcy '' and " Notice of first delinquency XX/XX/year> '' Accounts with negative infomation, should be removed after XXXX  years, this is supported by the 12 CFR 1022, " Fair Credit Reporting ( Regulation V ), Section XXXX of the XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and 15 U.S. Code Section 1691c. 

NO other accounts that were included in the XXXX filed XX/XX/year> are reporting. However, Equifax refuses to remove this account. 

Equixfax is in violation of XXXX XXXX XXXX. 

Every other credit reporting agency has removed this account.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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:
I am formally disputing the following negative items on my credit report : 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 entries remain unverified and questionable. Despite multiple attempts to have these inaccuracies properly investigated and resolved, no meaningful action has been taken. I have submitted all required documentation and followed up repeatedly, yet the errors persist. This ongoing lack of action has caused undue financial hardship and has significantly affected my well-being. The mental and emotional toll of dealing with these unresolved discrepancies has been overwhelming. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am entitled to a fair and accurate credit report, including the removal of unverifiable or incorrect information. I urge you to take immediate steps to verify and rectify these items, as failure to do so constitutes a violation of my rights under federal law.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the Bureau 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 : 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  These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. 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 as proof from the XXXX Federal Trade Commission that all 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 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
PLEASE BLOCKED AND REMOVED I respectfully request the elimination of these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I never authorized their inclusion. It is crucial that you promptly remove this misleading information from my records.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-02-26 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Payday loan debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive notice of right to dispute
Company: Asset Recovery Solutions, LLC
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> and XX/XX/year> my daughter received voicemail messages on her phone saying it was Asset Recovery Solutions calling about me. I had no such voicemails on my phone mind you. I called the number on her phone on XX/XX/year> and stated that I did not want anyone calling my daughter. The rep asked my name and when I told him he confirmed my birthdate. He then said he was calling about a loan for XXXX. I said that is odd my credit report has that I owe them nothing. He was very short and said well I should call upstart an my case was in prelegal - that he didnt care if I paid or not because it wasnt to him and I would have to deal with it not him. I told him directly that they could mail me whatever they were inquiring about. 
I did check on Upstarts website. It said they do NOT have a loan with me anymore- it had been sold to Velocity so this rep had no business telling me to call XXXX. He also at no time ever said he was debt collector attempting to collect a debt from me or that he had anything to do with Velocity ( if he does ) and he never said if the call was recorded. I have not receive anything in the mail from Asset Recovery Solutions in order to dispute this. He has called the same family member of mine twice and identified that he was calling from this debt collector yet never called my number- which if he truly was a representative of XXXX he would have. 
I do believe that a few years ago when upstart first sold it to velocity I had disputed the amount Velocity thought I still owed - they could not verify it and all the credit reporting companies removed it from my report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation