vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have been the victim of serious identity theft. Someone used my personal information without my consent to open accounts and initiate completely fraudulent inquiries that do not belong to me. This situation has caused great stress and worry in my personal life and is seriously affecting my financial stability. I urgently request that the following fraudulent items be blocked and removed from my credit report immediately : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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 non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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:
Following USC 1681g, these invalid entries that I do not own must be removed within 15 days.

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 2025-08-29 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: NY

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the 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, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : INQUIRIES : XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive 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 said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and 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 said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit
Company: Bread Financial Holdings, Inc.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My Comenity/Ulta credit card was open, current, and never late, yet Comenity reduced my credit limit without cause. This reduction occurred immediately after I exercised my rights under the FCRA to dispute inaccurate tradelines. The unilateral limit cut artificially inflated my utilization percentage and misrepresented my credit risk to the credit bureaus, causing significant damage to my credit score. Under ECOA and Regulation B, Comenity was required to provide me with an adverse action notice explaining the basis for the limit reduction. I never received such a notice

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit
Company: SYNCHRONY FINANCIAL
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My creditor unilaterally reduced my credit limit on this account even though the account was current and in good standing. This reduction occurred immediately after I exercised my rights under the FCRA to dispute inaccurate tradelines. The limit cut artificially inflated my utilization percentage and misrepresented my credit risk to the credit bureaus, which directly harmed my credit score. 

Under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act ( ECOA ) and Regulation B, creditors must provide an adverse action notice when reducing a consumers credit limit. I never received such a notice or explanation for the limit cut. The failure to provide an adverse action notice is a violation of federal law, and the reduction itself had a severe negative impact on my credit profile. 

I am requesting restoration of the prior credit limit or a correction to reporting that accurately reflects my creditworthiness, along with compliance with adverse action notice requirements going forward.

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 2025-08-29 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:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the TransUnion credit reporting agencys block the 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, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : INQUIRIES : XXXX Date : XX/XX/year> These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive 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 said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and 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 said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a 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 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit card — General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Trouble using your card — Credit card company won't increase or decrease your credit limit
Company: WELLS FARGO & COMPANY
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My Wells Fargo credit card was in good standing and current, yet Wells Fargo reduced my credit limit without cause. This reduction occurred immediately after I exercised my rights under the FCRA to dispute inaccurate tradelines. The limit cut artificially inflated my utilization percentage and misrepresented my credit risk to the credit bureaus, which directly harmed my credit score. Under ECOA and Regulation B, Wells Fargo was required to provide an adverse action notice explaining the basis for this decision. I never received such a notice. The reduction itself and the lack of notice have caused significant and misleading harm to my credit profile

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 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: IN

Complaint narrative:
I AM REQUESTING THE IMMEDIATE REMOVAL OF THIS INACCURATE LATE PAYMENT FROM MY CREDIT REPORT, AS IT DOES NOT ACCURATELY REFLECT MY CONSISTENT PAYMENT HISTORY. I HAVE MAINTAINED A RECORD OF TIMELY PAYMENTS, AND THIS NEGATIVE ENTRY IS CLEARLY A MISTAKE THAT UNJUSTLY HARMS MY CREDIT PROFILE. THIS ACCOUNT WAS PAID AS AGREED AND SHOULD BE REPORTED ACCURATELY. UNDER THE TRUTH IN LENDING ACT ( TILA ), 15 U.S. CODE 1666 ( B ), THIS IS CONSIDERED A BILLING ERROR, AND I RESPECTFULLY URGE YOU TO CONDUCT A PROMPT INVESTIGATION INTO THIS DISCREPANCY AND UPDATE THE ACCOUNT TO REFLECT ITS CORRECT STATUS WITHOUT FURTHER DELAY.

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 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
After reviewing my consumer report, I noticed that there was still late payment on my consumer report which have never been late because the creditor failed to provide any proof or evidence so this needs to be corrected immediately to paid as agreed and never late. This account is related to a transaction and experience that falls under the EXCLUSION section of the FCRA 's definitions, rules of construction section. It was also reported without my written consent and therefore is a result of identity theft ( as defined by the Federal Trade Commission ), and the account SHALL be Corrected. This account is not related to any transaction authorized by me, the consumer as I did not give written instructions to your agency to report this, which is a violation of the permissible purpose section of the FCRA, which holds your agency name liable for damages of at least {$1000.00} per the civil liability section for willful non-compliance. Please CORRECT this item from my consumer report! According to15 U.S. Code 1681b - Permissible purposes of consumer reports The Law clearly states : ( a ) In general Subject to subsection ( c ), any consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. I clearly did not give your agency written authorization or written instructions to report this information. Your agency is conspiring with these creditors against me in committing aggravated identity theft and I have sustained defamation of my character, just to name a couple damages should this matter escalate to court. 15 U.S. Code 1681e - Compliance procedures- ( b ) Accuracy of report 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. 15 U.S. Code 1681i ( 5 ) Treatment of inaccurate or unverifiable information ( A ) In general if, after any reinvestigation under paragraph ( 1 ) of any information disputed by a consumer, an item of 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. ''

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 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Other debt
Issue: Communication tactics — You told them to stop contacting you, but they keep trying
Company: Torriere Holdings INC
State: WA

Complaint narrative:
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX This creditor and debt collection agency has engaged in harassing and unlawful collection practices in violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA, 15 U.S.C. 1692 ) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act ( TCPA, 47 U.S.C. 227 ).

Representatives from this agency has unlawfully contacted third parties, including friends, family members, and workplace associates. Such contact is expressly prohibited by FDCPA 805 ( b ). 


This company has placed repeated and unwanted calls, including to my cell phone and workplace, despite no consent and after requests to stop. 

These actions constitute harassment under FDCPA 806 and misrepresentation of collection rights under FDCPA 807.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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: MO

Complaint narrative:
This CFPB complaint has been filed to request pursuant to FCRA 605B ( 15. U. S. C.

1681c2 ) that you, the Equifax credit reporting agencys block the 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, inaccurateand false information consist of personal credit card accounts, auto loans, personal loansand open end unsecured consumer accounts as follows : ACCOUNTS : LINE XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * *, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * * * * * * * * *, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$0.00} XXXX - Account Number : XXXX * * * * * * *, Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX, Balance : {$1600.00} These accounts have resulted in several fraudulent hard inquiries and fraudulent collections appearing on my consumer FICO credit report. Ive 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 said fraudulent items. I do not recognize these accounts, collections and 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 said accounts, collections and hard inquiries are a result of identity theft, and fraud. I have attached a copy of the FTC identity theft criminal complaint case number XXXX, XXXX as proof from the US federal trade commission that all of the aforementioned, consumer credit accounts, collections and hard inquiries are in fact a result of identity, theft, and fraud.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint regarding an issue with my credit report that is negatively affecting my financial standing. I have made multiple attempts to resolve this matter directly with the creditor/furnisher, but they have failed to provide an adequate 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 2025-08-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
Please dispute the following accounts that have been opened or used in my name as a result of a recent data breach. I was recently notified that my personal information may have been compromised, and I have reason to believe that this has led to unauthorized activity on my credit report and/or new accounts being opened without my consent. I did not authorize the opening or use of this account and was not aware of its existence until reviewing my credit report ( or receiving a collection notice. This activity is the result of identity theft stemming from a data breach. 

Please investigate this matter and respond to me in writing at your earliest convenience. I expect a response within XXXX days, as outlined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) and applicable state laws.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Public record information inaccurate
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
" I am filing this complaint because the creditor/debt collector has continued collection efforts despite my XX/XX/XXXX filing. This includes phone calls, letters, and reporting the debt to credit bureaus after theXX/XX/XXXXcase was filed and/or XXXX. Such actions violate the automatic stay and XX/XX/XXXX injunction under XX/XX/XXXX law. ''

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Credit card debt
Issue: Communication tactics — Frequent or repeated calls
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Portfolio Collection Recovery calls my phone daily. I just dont pick up the phone anymore.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I have submitted multiple formal dispute letters to TRANSUNION LLC Consumer Dispute Center regarding inaccurate and unverifiable information on my credit report ( see attached copies ). Despite clear legal notice, TRANSUNION LLC Consumer Dispute Center continues to willfully report inaccurate data in violation of FCRA 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), 1681i, and FDCPA 1692e and 1692f. I have exhausted all attempts to resolve this matter directly with the credit bureau. I now request the CFPB to investigate and enforce compliance.

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 2025-08-29 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:
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.

The accounts below have violated my rights.

15 U.S.C 1681 section 602A. States I have the right to privacy.

15 U.S.C 1681 Section 604 A Section 2 : It also states a consumer reporting agency can not furnish a account without my written instructions.

15 U.S.C 1681c. ( a ) ( 5 ) Section States : no consumer reporting agency if the person knows or has reasonable cause to believe that the information is innacurate

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-08-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Difficulty submitting a dispute or getting information about a dispute over the phone
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: MN

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting a complaint regarding TransUnions failure to properly investigate a dispute I filed for fair collections & outsourcing under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681i. I previously disputed on my TransUnion credit report. Despite my dispute, TransUnion : Failed to provide adequate documentation or proof that the reported account is accurate. Instructed me to contact the collection agency directly, which is not a legal requirement and represents a refusal to investigate properly. Did not consider that my personal information may have been compromised in the 2017 Equifax data breach, which could have resulted in unauthorized use of my identity. Under the FCRA, TransUnion is required to : Conduct a reasonable investigation based on the information I provide, Correct inaccurate or unverifiable information, and Notify me of the results. I am requesting that the CFPB investigate this matter, ensure that TransUnion : Conducts a full and proper reinvestigation, provides documentation used to verify the disputed account ( s ), ( attached PDF of the dispute letters ), and corrects or removes any inaccurate, incomplete, or unverifiable information from my credit report. I am also requesting that a consumer statement noting my dispute and the potential unauthorized nature of this account be added to my credit report. This complaint is submitted to ensure that TransUnion complies with its legal obligations under the FCRA and to protect me from potential identity theft resulting from the breach. Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

I contacted TransUnion to inquire about the lack of investigation into my dispute. I was informed by XXXX supervisors that TransUnion does not validate debt being reported, stating that debt validation falls solely under the responsibility of the collection agency and is outside of XXXX scope. 

On XX/XX/XXXX, I spoke with Supervisor XXXX ( Employee ID : XXXX ), and on XX/XX/XXXX, I spoke with another supervisor named XXXX ( or XXXX ). Both provided me with this same explanation. 

I also have recordings of my conversations with TransUnion representatives as supporting evidence, but the files are currently too large to upload.

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 2025-09-02 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: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed Experian, Equifax and Transunion regarding multiple accounts that are inaccurate. As of today, I have not received any responses or proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non-compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports are badly hurting my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief