vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE 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. 

XXXX XXXX  # XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- {$9200.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- {$360.00} XXXX # XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- {$0.00} XXXX # XXXX XX/XX/XXXX -- {$0.00} UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Nelnet, Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
am writing to request the method of verification used in connection with the investigation of the dispute I submitted regarding the accuracy of information on my credit report, as allowed under 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( e ).

Disputed Information : Creditor Name : [ Nelnet ] Account Number : N/A Description of Inaccuracy : [ not my debt ] I appreciate the effort you have undertaken in investigating my dispute. However, I am now seeking specific details regarding the method of verification employed during this process, as required by the aforementioned section of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 
Pursuant to 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( e ) ( 7 ), I request that you provide me with a description of the procedures used to verify the accuracy of the disputed information, including the names and addresses of any third parties involved in this verification process. 
I expect your response to this request within 15 days of receiving this letter, as stipulated in 15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( e ) ( 8 ). Your timely and detailed response will help me better understand the steps taken to verify the disputed information. 
Please send all correspondence related to this matter to the address listed above. I appreciate your cooperation in ensuring compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I am exercising my rights under the FDCPA to request the following information : 1. Verification or proof of the alleged debt, including the original creditor 's name and address. 
2. Documentation evidencing that the collection agency has legal authority to collect this debt.

3. A complete accounting of the alleged debt, including all charges, fees, and interest applied. 
I also request that you provide me with a copy of the agreement that authorizes the creditor to assign or sell the debt to the collection agency. 
Furthermore, please provide verification that the statute of limitations on this debt has not expired. 
I understand that, under 15 U.S.C. 1692g, you are required to provide me with the requested information within 30 days of receiving this dispute. 
Failure to do so will result in the assumption that the debt is not valid, and you must promptly remove it from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
UPON ME CHECKING MY CREDIT REPORTS I NOTICED SEVERAL ACCOUBTS THAT ARE FRADULENT.

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 2025-01-31 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: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, California XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX TransUnion XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, PA XXXX Subject : Formal Dispute Regarding Inaccurate Information on My Credit Report Dear TransUnion, I am writing to formally dispute inaccurate information on my credit report that I believe is harming my financial well-being. I am aware of my rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and request a thorough investigation into these inaccuracies, as required by federal law. 
Recently, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed a lawsuit against XXXX for its failure to properly investigate consumer disputes, citing " sham investigations '' and other unlawful practices. These practices, as outlined by the CFPB, include : Conducting inadequate investigations that fail to address consumer disputes properly. 
Reinserting previously disputed and inaccurate information without explanation. 
Failing to notify consumers about investigation results effectively. 
These allegations highlight systemic issues that directly undermine consumer protections and perpetuate the inclusion of inaccurate information on credit reports. I am deeply concerned that my dispute may be mishandled in a similar manner.

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 2025-01-31 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FNIS)
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the documents needed are a picture ID, a bill, and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX debt XXXX, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my ID along with the XXXX letter signed by other required documents that verifies me. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within XXXX business days, pursuant to section 605C of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. I have given you my identification as well as the information requested from the list of acceptable items which only XXXX are required per the Law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to 1022.142 ( b ) ( 6 ).

To Whom It May Concern, Please consider this letter a formal dispute of the alleged debt pursuant to the FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692g ( b ). I also request verification, validation, and the name and address of the original creditor pursuant to 15 U.S. C. 1692g ( b ). According to, 15 U.S. Code 1681 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. Under, 15 U.S Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports ( a ) IN GENERAL Subject to subsection ( c ) any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report und the following circumstances and no other : ( XXXX ) In accordance with the WRITTEN INSTRUCTION of the consumer to whom it relates. I NEVER gave any consumer reporting agency WRITTEN CONSENT to report anything on my consumer report which violates my rights as a federal protected consumer. NO CONSENT IS IDENTITY THEFT. As a consumer I am demanding the deletion of the inquiries listed IMMEDIATELY.

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 2025-01-31 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:
I am a victim of trafficking. The information listed below, which appears on my credit report, is the result of that trafficking. 

Account Name : XXXX XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX Account Name : XXXX # XXXX - DATE OPENED XX/XX/XXXX UNAUTHORIZED INQUIRIES : XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX  XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX  XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XX/XX/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
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I TRIED TO BUTY A CAR AND I NOTIECED SEVERAL NEGATIVE ITEMS ON MY CREDIT REPORTS.

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 2025-01-31 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have already sent a letter addressing the inaccuracies and unknown items on my credit report, but unfortunately, I have not received any response even after XXXX  days. It feels like I'm being taken advantage of and my disputes are being ignored. According to Section 611 ( a ), if these items are not investigated within 30 days, they should be promptly removed from my credit report. Since it has been over XXXX  days, I expect these accounts to be updated immediately. If not, I will have no choice but to pursue legal action due to the stress this situation has caused me. Additionally, my information was also affected by the Equifax, Experian, and XXXX data breach, which raises concerns about the security of my personal data.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Please ensure these unauthorized accounts are blocked and removed from my credit report as soon as possible. I did not authorize these accounts, and their origin is unknown to me. Per USC 1681g, I am requesting their removal within 15 days. Attached are the necessary documents for your review.

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 2025-01-31 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, 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 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 XXXX 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 2025-01-31 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, 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 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 XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
Complaint to CFPB : Unauthorized Reinsertion of an Account by EXPERIAN Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, I am filing a complaint regarding the unauthorized REINSERTION of an account by XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX, on my credit report by EXPERIAN XXXX in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). This reinsertion has caused me significant harm, including lowering my credit score and creating undue stress, making it difficult for me to obtain credit. 

Details of the Issue : The last time I saw this account from XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX on my EXPERIAN credit report was in XX/XX/year>. 

From XX/XX/year> to XX/XX/year>, this account was no longer present on my EXPERIAN credit report. 

On XX/XX/year>, the account suddenly reappeared without any prior notice or verification from EXPERIAN Potential FCRA Violation Lack of Notification for Reinsertion by EXPERIAN UNDER THE FCRA 611 ( a ) ( 5 ) ( B ), if an account is reinserted after being previously removed, the credit reporting agency is legally required to : 1. Notify me within five business days of the reinsertion.

2. Provide the name and contact information of the furnisher who requested the reinsertion.

3. Ensure that new, certified information was provided to justify the reinsertion. 
In this case : I was never notified by any credit bureau ( Experian, XXXX, or XXXX ) that the account was being reinserted. 
No verification of certified information was given to me. 
The accounts sudden reappearance negatively impacted my credit score, affecting my ability to obtain credit and financial stability.

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 2025-01-31 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
" I was utterly shocked and devastated upon discovering unauthorized accounts, credit inquiries and inaccurate personal information made or reported without my knowledge or consent. Despite my efforts to seek clarification from the creditors, they have shamefully failed to provide the necessary information. I demand immediate action and transparency from the creditors. The creditors must provide detailed information on each account and inquiry, including dates, purposes, and types of credit products involved, furnish relevant application documents, and present evidence of explicit authorization for each inquiry. Please see the attached file for what I am complaining about! 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am reaching out to formally dispute the inclusion of a bankruptcy on my credit report. This entry is both incorrect and unjustified, as I have an official letter from the court clearly stating that this bankruptcy should not have been reported. The courts documentation confirms that the bankruptcy does not meet the criteria for inclusion on my credit file, making its presence not only inaccurate but also a violation of my rights as a consumer under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

To make matters worse, this situation has been further complicated by the involvement of an unauthorized third party. Their unauthorized role in this issue raises serious concerns about the integrity of my credit file and the processes involved in reporting such information. This adds an unnecessary level of stress and urgency to the matter.

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 2025-01-31 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a complaint against Navy Federal Credit Union regarding multiple overdraft fees I have incurred. Despite having sufficient funds when transactions were authorized, I was charged fees due to lagged postings of charges and credits. This issue aligns with the recent CFPB 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 2025-01-31 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Fraud or scam — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
It was around XXXX of XXXX I was receiving unemployment during the pandemic and I got a call from a suppose to be fbi agent telling me the found my fingerprints in a car and it was blood everywhere and someone was coming to get me I was terrified because I just moved back to XXXX from XXXX but it didnt sit well with me so the continued to scare me he asked did I have money on cash app once I opened it on the phone it disappeared all my money disappeared I Ive XXXX $ I call I messaged they only thing I could do cash app responded with its nothing they could do without a police report I called my bank they said they couldnt reverse the charge because it was done under cashapp I called the police department in my area they said it was really nothing they could do because it was a online scam and just like that all my money was gone fast forward to XXXX the closed my account and said I was breaching the terms and conditions by gambling which was a lie I tried to fight for it because I used it as form of payment for my clients and family members which I barely used anymore

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE XXXX XXXX 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. 

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 XXXXXX/XX/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 2025-01-31 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-31 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:
Kindly block and remove these unauthorized accounts from my credit report immediately. I did not authorize or initiate these accounts and have no knowledge of their source. As outlined in USC 1681g, I formally request their removal within 15 days. Enclosed are the relevant documents for your review and reference.

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