vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
What happened ( statement of pertinent facts ) : Consumer Name : ( XXXX XXXX ), Consumer Social Security Number : ( XXXX ), Consumer Date of Birth : ( XX/XX/XXXX ), Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been led to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX 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 a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), another personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), another personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX Bank on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), and another credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ) and a collections account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ) .These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I've attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # ( XXXX ) as proof from the US Federal Trade Commission that all of 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 2025-01-02 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
What happened ( statement of pertinent facts ) : Consumer Name : ( XXXX XXXX ), Consumer Social Security Number : ( XXXX ), Consumer Date of Birth : ( XX/XX/XXXX ), Contents of Complaint : This CFPB complaint has been led to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ) that you, the XXXX 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 a personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), another personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), another personal credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ), and another credit card account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX  on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ) and a collections account opened at XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/XXXX under the account number ( XXXX ) .These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. I've attached a list of the hard inquiries in question as well as a copy of the consumer FICO credit report maintained by you which shows the aforementioned fraudulent items. I do not recognize the aforementioned accounts, collections, or hard inquiries as reported. The aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries appearing on my consumer credit report maintained by you were not opened, made, or initiated by me. All of the aforementioned accounts, collections, and hard inquiries are the result of identity theft and fraud. I have attached a copy of FTC Identity Theft Criminal Complaint # ( XXXX ) as proof from the XXXX Federal Trade Commission that all of 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 2025-01-02 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am listing accounts below that have been reported inaccurately on my credit report. In compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and as a gesture of respect to the Federal Trade Commission Committee on accuracy and completeness of credit information I am formally writing in today to dispute negative information appearing on my credit. This incorrect information is greatly hindering me from getting the credit score I deserve and hopefully, this letter will resolve all the issues on my credit. I demand to see Verifiable Proof ( an original Consumer Contract with my Signature on it ) of the accounts listed below. Your failure to positively verify these accounts has hurt my ability to obtain credit.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the information regarding the method of verification employed by your bureau to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to know how disputed items on their credit reports are verified. Therefore, I kindly request that you provide me with detailed information regarding the following : The specific method or process used by your bureau to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity or entities responsible for conducting the verification process. 

Any documentation or evidence used to substantiate the accuracy of the disputed items.

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 2025-01-02 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: NC

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the information regarding the method of verification employed by your bureau to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to know how disputed items on their credit reports are verified. Therefore, I kindly request that you provide me with detailed information regarding the following : The specific method or process used by your bureau to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity or entities responsible for conducting the verification process. 

Any documentation or evidence used to substantiate the accuracy of the disputed items.

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 2025-01-02 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Other personal consumer report
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
As per the guidance from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) the document needed and a letter from an advocacy group helping me due to XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, which falls under XXXX  according to XXXX-Debt Final Rule 1002.142 ( b ) ( 4 ) -5-1002.142 ( b ) ( 7 ). I kindly request that you delete and 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 debt XXXX  and would like for all listed accounts to be blocked and deleted from company Transunion. Please delete the following accounts. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the information regarding the method of verification employed by your bureau to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to know how disputed items on their credit reports are verified. Therefore, I kindly request that you provide me with detailed information regarding the following : The specific method or process used by your bureau to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity or entities responsible for conducting the verification process. 

Any documentation or evidence used to substantiate the accuracy of the disputed items.

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 2025-01-02 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: AL

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the information regarding the method of verification employed by your bureau to confirm the accuracy of disputed items on my credit report. 

As per the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), consumers have the right to know how disputed items on their credit reports are verified. Therefore, I kindly request that you provide me with detailed information regarding the following : The specific method or process used by your bureau to verify disputed items. 
The identity of the entity or entities responsible for conducting the verification process. 

Any documentation or evidence used to substantiate the accuracy of the disputed items.

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 2025-01-02 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:
I looked at my EQUIFAX credit report on XX/XX/year> and some things are incomplete, inaccurate accounts and according to the fair credit reporting act : ( Whenever a consumer reporting agency prepares a consumer reports reasonable procedures to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information concerning the Individual about whom the report relates to ) according to Title 15 USC 1681 ( e ) ( b ). 

I have mailed certified mail # XXXX on XX/XX/year> it is now XX/XX/year> and have not received any response or any updates to my consumer report. Which is outside of the procedure applicable to this situation. 

I HAVE ALSO ATTACHED THE NOTARIZED AFFIDAVIT OF TRUTH AND ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS TO VERIFY THIS INFORMATION IS ERRONEOUS. THIS IS MY LAST ATTEMPT TO GET THIS CORRECTED BEFORE I PURSUE LITIGATION FOR VIOLATION OF MY FEDERALY PROTECTED RIGHTS. 

I ask that these listed accounts be investigated and REMOVED due to my knowledge of inaccuracy. 

To my understanding in accordance with the fair credit reporting act, the List of accounts below has violated my federaly protected consumer rights codified under Title 15 USC 1681. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ERRONEOUS ACCOUNT /NOT MINE XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX -LATE PAYMENT / ACCOUNT WAS PAID ON TIME Also Inquiries XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX ARE UNAUTHORIZED AND HAVE NO PERMISSIBLE PURPOSE.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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 am filing a complaint to inform you that you may be in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 621 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). According to the FCRA, credit bureaus are required to respond to disputes within 30 days of receiving them. My dispute regarding NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS was submitted on XX/XX/year>, and I have not yet received a response.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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: NH

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this formal complaint regarding [ Transunion ] 's violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 605B and 611, due to their failure to address fraudulent accounts on my credit report despite my proper notification and submission of required documentation. 

Statement of Pertinent Facts : On [ XX/XX/XXXX ] Complaint # XXXX, I submitted a dispute regarding several fraudulent accounts on my credit report. I provided [ Transunion ] with all required documentation, including : A valid identity theft affidavit ; Proof of address ; A copy of my government-issued identification ; and Despite this, [ Transunion ] failed to block the disputed items within the four business days required by FCRA 605B . Instead, they stated that the accounts in question were " verified '' without providing the sources or evidence used for verification. [ Transunion ] 's response not only lacks transparency but also contravenes their obligations under 611 to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation and provide documentation of their findings. 

Legal Basis for Complaint : Non-Compliance with FCRA 605B : Under 605B of the FCRA, credit reporting agencies must block information resulting from identity theft within four business days after receiving proper documentation. [ Transunion ] 's refusal to comply with this requirement constitutes a direct violation of federal law.

Failure to Conduct a Reasonable Reinvestigation ( FCRA 611 ) : [ Transunion ] failed to adequately investigate and substantiate their claim of verification. The FCRA mandates that credit reporting agencies provide detailed information regarding their verification process, including the furnishers or third-party entities relied upon. This failure undermines my right to transparency and accuracy in credit reporting. 

Precedent Case Law : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX XXXX ( XXXX XXXX. XXXX ) : Establishes the responsibility of credit reporting agencies to ensure accuracy and address identity theft disputes promptly. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX ) : Affirms the consumer 's right to a fair investigation of disputes. 

Summary of Noncompliance and Violations : [ Transunion ] 's inaction reflects a pattern of non-compliance with statutory obligations and a disregard for the legislative intent behind the FCRA, which aims to protect consumers from the severe repercussions of identity theft. Furthermore, [ Transunion ] 's failure to comply with the CFPB 's XXXX bulletin on handling identity theft complaints exacerbates this issue.

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 2025-01-02 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 filing a complaint to inform you that you may be in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 621 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). According to the FCRA, credit bureaus are required to respond to disputes within 30 days of receiving them. My dispute regarding NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS was submitted on XX/XX/year>, and I have not yet received a response.

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 2025-01-02 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint to inform you that you may be in violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 621 ( a ) ( 3 ) ( A ). According to the FCRA, credit bureaus are required to respond to disputes within 30 days of receiving them. My dispute regarding NEGATIVE ACCOUNTS was submitted on XX/XX/year>, and I have not yet received a response.

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 2025-01-02 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:
These inquiries are not relevant to me, and I did not give authorization for them. I request their immediate removal from my credit report.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-02 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:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

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 2025-01-02 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: SC

Complaint narrative:
My name is XXXX XXXX, and I am writing to formally dispute the inaccurate information listed on my credit report. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 1681b and 15 U.S.C. 1681c, I did not authorize the reporting or release of my personal information to the companies listed below. This unauthorized reporting constitutes a violation of my consumer rights to privacy, as these entities have no legal basis to report any information under my name. 


Furthermore, I have identified unauthorized inquiries on my credit report that I did not initiate, which constitutes a case of identity theft. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 8, I do not owe any debt to these entities, and I demand the immediate deletion of the items and inquiries in question to correct my credit report. 


Please address this matter promptly, and confirm the removal of the disputed entries.

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 2025-01-02 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:
My name is XXXX XXXX, and I am writing to formally dispute the inaccurate information listed on my credit report. In accordance with 15 U.S.C. 1681b and 15 U.S.C. 1681c, I did not authorize the reporting or release of my personal information to the companies listed below. This unauthorized reporting constitutes a violation of my consumer rights to privacy, as these entities have no legal basis to report any information under my name.

Furthermore, I have identified unauthorized inquiries on my credit report that I did not initiate, which constitutes a case of identity theft. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 8, I do not owe any debt to these entities, and I demand the immediate deletion of the items and inquiries in question to correct my credit report. 


Please address this matter promptly, and confirm the removal of the disputed entries.

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 2025-01-02 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
Kindly remove these fraudulent accounts from my credit report, as I did not authorize their creation and was not aware of their presence. Under USC 1681g, I request their removal within 15 days. Supporting documents are attached.

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 2025-01-02 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: VA

Complaint narrative:
I carefully review my credit report to ensure the accuracy of my accounts, and I have never been late on a payment. Its possible that there is an error in the reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation