vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX Phone : XXXX Email : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, PA XXXX Equifax Information Services LLC XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Request for Removal of Fraudulent Accounts Due to Identity Theft PLEASE REMOVE ACCOUNTS FROM CREDIT REPORT IMMEDIATELY XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of late payment : XX/XX/XXXX Account opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Last 4 digit card numberXXXX Account openedXXXX, XX/XX/XXXX Account Closed:XXXX, XX/XX/XXXX Dear, XXXX I am writing to formally dispute a late payment that has been inaccurately reported on my credit file due to identity theft. The late payment in question is associated with the account [ XXXX ] and occurred on [ XX/XX/XXXX ] and XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX. 

I did not authorize the use of my personal information for this account, and I have taken steps to report this identity theft to the necessary authorities. Enclosed, you will find a copy of my police report, FTC Identity Theft Report, and any other documentation to support my claim of identity theft. 

Government -issued ID to verify my identity An Identity theft report filed with the Federal Trade Commission Proof of Residency Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting the immediate deletion of this fraudulent late payment from my credit report. This late payment has negatively impacted my credit, and I trust that your investigation will confirm that this was not a transaction I made or authorized. According to 15USC CODE 1681 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ). 15 U.S. Code 168Xe ) 15 U.S. Code 1681 ( 1 ) 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ) Please confirm in writing that this item has been removed from my credit report. Should you require any further information, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email provided above. 

Please remove immediately Thank you for your time and prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, OH XXXX Phone : XXXX Email : XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Experian XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, TX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, PA XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, GA XXXX Request for Removal of Fraudulent Accounts Due to Identity Theft PLEASE REMOVE ACCOUNTS FROM CREDIT REPORT IMMEDIATELY XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Date of late payment : XX/XX/XXXX Account opened : XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Last 4 digit card numberXXXX Account opened:XXXX XX/XX/XXXX Account ClosedXXXX, XX/XX/XXXX Dear, Experian I am writing to formally dispute a late payment that has been inaccurately reported on my credit file due to identity theft. The late payment in question is associated with the account [ XXXX ] and occurred on [ XX/XX/XXXX ] and XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX. 

I did not authorize the use of my personal information for this account, and I have taken steps to report this identity theft to the necessary authorities. Enclosed, you will find a copy of my police report, FTC Identity Theft Report, and any other documentation to support my claim of identity theft. 

Government -issued ID to verify my identity An Identity theft report filed with the Federal Trade Commission Proof of Residency Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I am requesting the immediate deletion of this fraudulent late payment from my credit report. This late payment has negatively impacted my credit, and I trust that your investigation will confirm that this was not a transaction I made or authorized. According to 15USC CODE 1681 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ). 15 U.S. Code 168Xe ) 15 U.S. Code 1681 ( 1 ) 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) 15 U.S. Code 1637 ( a ) Please confirm in writing that this item has been removed from my credit report. Should you require any further information, feel free to contact me at the phone number or email provided above. 

Please remove immediately Thank you for your time and prompt attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, 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 explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 00:00:00
Product: Student loan — Federal student loan servicing
Issue: Dealing with your lender or servicer — Received bad information about your loan
Company: Maximus Federal Services, Inc.
State: CO

Complaint narrative:
Account XXXX XXXX student loans that I supposedly owe a debt for. Aidvantage has not provided a properly endorsed security instrument when asking for proof of debt, as well as no performance statements on the security.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: 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 bondage, which falls under XXXX according to XXXXt 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 four 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 2 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 : ( 2 ) 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 accounts ( or inquiries ) listed IMMEDIATELY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the list of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. 15 U.S.C. 1681, section 602 ( A ), states that I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C. 1681, section 604 ( A ), states : It also states that a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instruction.

15 U.S.C. 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ), section states : No consumer reporting agency may include in any consumer report any adverse item of information, other than records of convictions of crimes, which antedates the report by more than seven years.

15 U.S.C. 1681s-2 ( A ) ( 1 ) states : 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.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: 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 bondage, which falls under XXXX according to XXXX Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my ID along with the Polaris letter signed by other required documents that verifies me. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four 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 2 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 : ( 2 ) 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 accounts ( or 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 2024-10-25 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Personal line of credit
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: PNC Bank N.A.
State: MD

Complaint narrative:
I've never been late on my PNC Bank Personal Loan Payments! Ever. Yet they report to the credit bureau that I'm 30 days late on my payments. My XX/XX/year> PNC Loan Statement also shows late fees of {$53.00} even though I've never been late on making a payment. I go into a local branch and make my loan payment and get receipts to make sure that I keep a record of my transactions, but PNC Bank still shows me making more than 3 late payments. This is crazy! What can I do t rectify this situation? Do I have to go to court or sue them to correct the misinformation or are they just delinquent in their reocord keeping. Please advise or I will seek advice from my Veteran Adminstration legal department.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I mailed a formal dispute letter to Experian via XXXX certified mail, requesting a full investigation into several inaccurate negative items on my credit report, as well as errors in my personal information ( tracking number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ). The inaccuracies include, but are not limited to, negative accounts with discrepancies, and incorrect names and addresses. 
In accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I ensured that my dispute included all the necessary documentation for identity verification. These documents were : A copy of my government-issued ID, A copy of my Social Security card, Proof of address ( such as a utility bill or official correspondence ). 
Despite fully complying with the FCRA 's guidelines, I received an inadequate response from Experian dated XX/XX/year>, stating that they would not process my dispute. Their claim was based on the reasoning that the dispute didnt appear that you or a properly authorized third party sent it to us. This statement is completely inaccurate, as I personally sent the dispute, and no third party was involved. Experians refusal to process my dispute is not only incorrect but also a violation of my consumer rights under the FCRA. According to the FCRA, when the accuracy or completeness of any item of information in a consumers file is disputed, the credit reporting agency must conduct a timely and reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the information is inaccurate or incomplete. By failing to do so, Experian has disregarded their legal responsibility to address my concerns and investigate the disputed items. 
Experians failure to investigate has caused undue stress and harm, as the inaccuracies on my credit report remain unresolved. These errors may continue to negatively impact my creditworthiness, resulting in potential denials for credit, unfavorable interest rates, or other financial disadvantages. Experians refusal to investigate the dispute violates the following FCRA provisions : Section 611 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) : This section of the FCRA requires credit reporting agencies to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of any item that a consumer disputes as inaccurate or incomplete.Section 611 ( a ) ( 2 ) ( A ) : This section mandates that the agency notify the furnisher of the disputed information, which Experian appears to have failed to do due to its refusal to process the dispute.

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 2024-10-25 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: LA

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 bondage, which falls under XXXX according to XXXX Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I have provided my ID along with the Polaris letter signed by other required documents that verifies me. I kindly request that you block this information from my credit report within four 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 2 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 : ( 2 ) 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 accounts ( or inquiries ) listed IMMEDIATELY.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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 sent a letter regarding the errors and unfamiliar entries on my credit report, but sadly, I haven't heard back in over 30 days. It seems like my concerns are being overlooked, and I feel taken advantage of. As per Section 611 ( a ), if these issues aren't investigated within 30 days, they should be removed from my credit report without delay. I might need to pursue legal action because of the stress this situation has put me under.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I sent a letter regarding the errors and unfamiliar entries on my credit report, but sadly, I haven't heard back in over 30 days. It seems like my concerns are being overlooked, and I feel taken advantage of. As per Section 611 ( a ), if these issues aren't investigated within 30 days, they should be removed from my credit report without delay. I might need to pursue legal action because of the stress this situation has put me under.

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 2024-10-25 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Was not notified of investigation status or results
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I mailed a formal dispute letter to TransUnion via XXXXcertified mail ( tracking number : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ). In this letter, I requested an investigation into several negative items on my credit report that were inaccurately reported and had discrepancies. Additionally, I disputed the incorrect personal information listed on my report, including inaccurate names and addresses. To comply with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), I attached all the necessary documents to verify my identity, including a copy of my government-issued ID, Social Security card , and proof of address. However, despite following all proper procedures and complying with FCRA guidelines, I received a letter from TransUnion dated XX/XX/year>, stating that they would not process my dispute because, according to them, " it didn't appear that you or a properly authorized third party sent it to us. '' This response is inaccurate and misleading, as I personally mailed the dispute letter directly to TransUnion, and no third party was involved. According to the FCRA, if the accuracy or completeness of any information in a consumer 's file is disputed, the credit reporting agency must conduct a reasonable reinvestigation to determine whether the information is accurate. By refusing to investigate my dispute, TransUnion has violated my rights under the FCRA.

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 2024-10-25 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: LA

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 XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ) XXXX -- XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ). 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 four 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 2 are required per the Law. I have provided all needed documentation as well as a victim determination letter according to XXXX ( b ) ( XXXX ). 

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 : ( 2 ) 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 accounts ( or 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-10-25 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation