Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #10671954
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 10671954
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-Issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
State: Arkansas
ZIP Code: 72032
Date Received: 2024-11-03T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2024-11-03T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Hello, my name is XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX and I am writing to dispute inaccurate and unauthorized information on my credit report, which violates my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ). Specifically, I did not authorize XXXX, XXXX, or Equifax to include the following accounts on my report : - XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX The open dates XXXX dates of last activity, and other details for these accounts are incorrect. Under 15 USC 1681i ( 5 ), credit reporting agencies must modify any inaccurate or unverifiable information on a consumer 's report. Furthermore, including these accounts without my consent violates : - 15 USC 1681 section 602A, my right to privacy - 15 USC 1681 section 604 A section 2, which prohibits furnishing an account without written consumer authorization - 15 USC 1681c ( a ) ( 5 ), which limits reporting adverse information over 7 years old - 15 USC 1681s-2 ( a ) ( 1 ), which prohibits furnishing known inaccurate information Additionally, repeatedly contacting me about these alleged debts at my place of employment violates 15 USC 1692c , which prohibits communication at an inconvenient time or place. Contacting my family members about these debts violates 15 USC 805 ( b ), which prohibits communication with third parties. I request that you immediately delete these unauthorized accounts from my credit report to ensure accuracy and compliance with the FCRA. Please provide me with an updated report reflecting this correction. Accurate credit information is essential for me to obtain credit and employment, and I appreciate your prompt assistance in resolving this dispute.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #10671954 about?
Complaint #10671954 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem. It was received by the CFPB on 2024-11-03T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with non-monetary relief". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Equifax, INC.?
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Disclaimer
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