vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I identified numerous unauthorized inquiries on my credit report that I did not authorize or consent to. Despite disputing these inquiries in XXXX prior letters, they remain unresolved. 

The inquiries include : 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 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 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 XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX These inquiries, spanning multiple financial institutions, dealerships, and creditors, were made fraudulently without my consent. The credit bureaus ( Equifax, XXXX, and XXXX ) have failed to verify or delete these inquiries, violating their obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). 

I have attached all supporting documents, including previous dispute letters, proof of my disputes, and updated credit reports that show these unresolved inquiries. This is now my third attempt to resolve this issue due to the inaction of the credit bureaus.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Eastern Account Systems of Connecticut, Inc.
State: CT

Complaint narrative:
in XXXX, I sent a debt validation request to Eastern Account System regarding a {$280.00} collection account reported on my credit profile, originating from XXXX  XXXX XXXX. I requested proof of their legal right to collect the debt, a detailed breakdown of the balance, and documentation of my obligation to repay. Despite allowing sufficient time for a response, I have not received any acknowledgment or the requested information. The account remains on my credit report unverified, which I believe violates the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ).

Company public response: Company disputes the facts presented in the complaint
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: RI

Complaint narrative:
I XXXX XXXX, have contacted the companies to confirm the information on the credit report and confirmed that the information is correct. by doing a deep look through my credit report I noticed that some of the information was not accurate. Also, I'm on social security and I'm on state insurance. 

medical payment Data Account number # XXXX Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX amount of {$500.00} In accordance with the Fair credit reporting act acct # XXXX has violated my rights.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A states I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 604 A section 2 : it's also stating a consumer reporting agency can not furnish an account without my written instructions.

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 2024-12-09 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: MD

Complaint narrative:
This inquiry appears unauthorized and potentially fraudulent, as I have no knowledge of these inquiries. Please take immediate action to rectify this issue. Refer to the attached documents for clarification.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Formal Complaint Willful Noncompliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681n ) Regarding False Reporting of Child Support Account # XXXX I am submitting this complaint regarding the false and willful reporting of a Child Support account ( # XXXX ) on my credit report by Experian, and XXXX. The account in question is completely inaccurate and baseless, as I have no existing child support case or obligation. The reporting of this account not only damages my credit standing but also directly violates the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically under sections related to the duty to report accurate information and conduct reasonable investigations.

Under 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), credit reporting agencies are required to maintain reasonable procedures to ensure the accuracy of information on consumer reports. By allowing this erroneous account to appear on my report, the credit bureaus have failed in this statutory obligation. Furthermore, their failure to remove this account after I previously disputed it indicates a lack of reasonable reinvestigation under 15 U.S.C. 1681i ( a ).

Additionally, the willful and reckless nature of this reporting constitutes a violation of 15 U.S.C. 1681n, exposing the credit bureaus to liability for damages, statutory fines, and attorneys fees. The reporting of this account also creates unwarranted financial harm, as it misrepresents my creditworthiness and undermines my ability to access credit, housing, and other necessities.

I am requesting the CFPB to investigate this matter thoroughly and hold the credit bureaus accountable for their blatant disregard of federal law. Specifically, I ask that : This Child Support account ( # XXXX ) be permanently deleted from my credit file across all reporting agencies. 
The credit bureaus provide documentation of their procedures and investigations into this account as required under the FCRA. 
The CFPB impose appropriate penalties on the credit bureaus for their willful noncompliance with the law.

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 2024-12-09 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: DISCOVER BANK
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
The company reported a hard inquiry on my credit report when I did no business with them. I don't even recall ever giving them any of my information. They are in direct violation of the Privacy Act of 1974. 15 USC 1681b PERMISSABLE PURPOSES states that inquires can not be reported on a credit without my consent. That can be considered identity theft

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: CT

Complaint narrative:
I recently reviewed my consumer report and identified several inaccuracies that must be corrected immediately. These errors have caused me significant distress, and I demand swift resolution to ensure my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) are upheld.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: NJ

Complaint narrative:
The accounts linked to identity theft on my consumer report were added without my written authorization. These fraudulent items have caused significant emotional and financial distress, hindering critical financial goals like home purchasing. I demand the immediate blocking and removal of these inaccurate accounts from my credit report.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NV

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint regarding inaccurate and unauthorized inquiries reported on my Equifax credit report. These inquiries are not associated with any accounts or credit applications initiated by me, and I have no knowledge of their origin. Despite my efforts to dispute these inquiries directly with Equifax, they remain on my credit report, negatively impacting my credit score and overall creditworthiness. 

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) ( 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ) ), credit reporting agencies are required to follow reasonable procedures to ensure the accuracy of the information they report. By failing to verify the legitimacy of these inquiries and continuing to report them, Equifax has violated its legal obligation to maintain accurate and reliable consumer credit information.

Furthermore, under FCRA 611 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681i ), consumers have the right to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports, and credit bureaus must conduct a reasonable investigation into such disputes. Despite my attempts to resolve this issue, Equifax has failed to conduct a proper investigation or remove the inaccurate inquiries. 

These unauthorized inquiries are causing undue harm to my credit profile and may result from identity theft or other unauthorized activities. XXXX failure to address these inaccuracies undermines the integrity of the credit reporting system and unfairly penalizes me as a consumer. 

I am requesting that the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) investigate this matter thoroughly. Specifically, I seek the immediate removal of all unauthorized inquiries from my Equifax credit report and assurance that Equifax will take appropriate steps to prevent similar inaccuracies in the future. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I trust in your assistance to ensure compliance with federal consumer protection laws and to restore the accuracy and integrity of my credit report. 

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Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Fees charged for closing account
Company: HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK, THE
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year>, I attempted to close a checking account with a balance of {$0.00} over the phone with Huntington Bank. They refused. On XX/XX/year>, I travelled to the Huntington Bank Branch at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX to close this account. The bank employees attempted to close it due to the balance of {$0.00}. In the process of closing it, the bank generated a new charge of {$5.00}, which prevented the closure of the account. The bank employees could not explain what caused this charge, though they suspected that it was related to a fee for mailed paper statements. This fee is applied on the XXXX of each month, so I attempted to close the account before this date. In any case, the employees could not verify the reason for the charge, nor would they remove it. *They were explicit that the charge was generated as a result of the attempted account closure. * They advised to drive back another day or travel to another branch. I am moving out of footprint and could not take this step. Nor should I be expected to do so to avoid a fee for closing an account with no balance on it.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — Government benefit card
Issue: Trouble using the card — Trouble getting information about the card
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I have minimal access to my XXXX Debit account, BofA says I have to " work with XXXX '', have had XXXX response from XXXX, I called my former post office to get them to forward mail bc XXXX wouldn't update my mailing address when the card expired. When I log into the account, it sends an email to my account for additional security, but doesn't say which email ( for my security ) and no email arrives at any account. No option to get a text at my phone. No option to update my address from many years ago. The pandemic payment and other government payments may have been sent to the account, but I can't see or access them. It is very unusable. I have not had access to it since XXXX, it will soon be XXXX, I gave up hope

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 2024-12-09 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> Subject : Complaint Regarding Inaccurate Late Payments Reported by Equifax Dear CFPB, I am submitting this complaint regarding inaccurate late payments reported on my credit file maintained by your bureau. These late payments are erroneous and do not accurately reflect my payment history. 
Nature of the Complaint : Inaccurate Reporting : The late payments listed on my credit report for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> are inaccurate. I have consistently made my payments on time, as I have been enrolled in autopay for all my accounts. 
Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : The inaccurate reporting of these late payments violates my rights under the FCRA ( 15 USC 1666 ( b ) ), as they misrepresent my creditworthiness.

Potential Violation of the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act ( FDCPA ) : The reporting of false late payments may also constitute a violation of the FDCPA, which protects consumers from misrepresentation regarding their accounts.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) : The reporting practices violate the TILA, which mandates accurate reporting of credit information.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically sections 15 USC 1681i and 15 USC 1681s-2, mandates that credit reporting agencies and information furnishers correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in credit reports and ensure the maximum accuracy of information contained in consumer files. 
Account Information : Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reported Late Payments : XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> High Balance : {$3100.00} Balance Owed : {$1300.00} Account Status : Open, Current Account Type : Credit Card Evidence of Errors : Auto-Pay Enrollment : I have been enrolled in autopay, ensuring all payments were made on time. 
Discrepancy in Reporting : Equifax incorrectly reports 30-day, 60-day, and 60-day late payments for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year>, respectively. 
Documentation Attached : I have included my credit report, government-issued ID, Social Security card , and proof of address to support my identity and request. 
Requested Resolution : I request that Equifax conduct a thorough investigation and remove the inaccurate late payments for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> from my credit report. I expect written confirmation of the correction within 30 days of this complaint. Failure to resolve this matter may result in further action to protect my rights as a consumer under the FCRA. 
Attachments : Copy of my credit report Copy of my government-issued ID Copy of my Social Security card Proof of address Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> Subject : Complaint Regarding Inaccurate Late Payments Reported by Equifax Dear CFPB, I am submitting this complaint regarding inaccurate late payments reported on my credit file maintained by your bureau. These late payments are erroneous and do not accurately reflect my payment history. 
Nature of the Complaint : Inaccurate Reporting : The late payments listed on my credit report for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> are inaccurate. I have consistently made my payments on time, as I have been enrolled in autopay for all my accounts. 
Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) : The inaccurate reporting of these late payments violates my rights under the FCRA ( 15 USC 1666 ( b ) ), as they misrepresent my creditworthiness. 
Potential Violation of the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act ( FDCPA ) : The reporting of false late payments may also constitute a violation of the FDCPA, which protects consumers from misrepresentation regarding their accounts.

Truth in Lending Act ( TILA ) : The reporting practices violate the TILA, which mandates accurate reporting of credit information.

The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically sections 15 USC 1681i and 15 USC 1681s-2, mandates that credit reporting agencies and information furnishers correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in credit reports and ensure the maximum accuracy of information contained in consumer files. 
Account Information : Account Name : XXXX XXXX XXXX Account Number : XXXX Reported Late Payments : XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> High Balance : {$3100.00} Balance Owed : {$1300.00} Account Status : Open, Current Account Type : Credit Card Evidence of Errors : Auto-Pay Enrollment : I have been enrolled in autopay, ensuring all payments were made on time.

Discrepancy in Reporting : Equifax incorrectly reports 30-day, 60-day, and 60-day late payments for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year>, respectively. 
Documentation Attached : I have included my credit report, government-issued ID, Social Security card , and proof of address to support my identity and request.

Requested Resolution : I request that Equifax conduct a thorough investigation and remove the inaccurate late payments for XXXX, XXXX, and XX/XX/year> from my credit report. I expect written confirmation of the correction within 30 days of this complaint. Failure to resolve this matter may result in further action to protect my rights as a consumer under the FCRA. 
Attachments : Copy of my credit report Copy of my government-issued ID Copy of my Social Security card Proof of address Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. 
Sincerely, XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: MS

Complaint narrative:
The List of accounts below has violated my federally protected consumer rights to privacy and confidentiality under 15 USC 1681. Account name : XXXX XXXX XXXX # XXXX, has violated my rights. I looked at my Equifax 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 supposed to do this ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In generally, 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 supposed 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 response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2024-12-09 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I have multiple fraudulent and inaccurate accounts with XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX that have been reported on my consumer credit file. These accounts are not mine, and I am not legally responsible for them. Despite my efforts to dispute the inaccuracies directly with the credit reporting agency, they failed to take the necessary steps to investigate or remove the information from my report. The presence of this fraudulent information has caused significant harm to my creditworthiness and financial situation. I request that this matter be investigated further and the inaccurate information be removed from my credit report as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). These accounts are false and falls under XXXX  according to XXXXDebt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5 -- 1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). 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 am a victim of XXXX XXXX of XXXX XXXX and would like for all listed accounts to be blocked and deleted company information Transunion, 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