Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #12376609
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 12376609
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: Problem with personal statement of dispute
State: Georgia
ZIP Code: 30265
Date Received: 2025-03-07T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-03-07T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Dear Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Credit Reporting Agency, I am writing to formally file a complaint against EQUIFAX concerning ongoing inaccuracies in my credit report, which I believe violate several provisions of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq. In XX/XX/XXXX, I initiated a dispute regarding incorrect information related to ( XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX ). Despite providing supporting documentation that substantiated my claim, EQUIFAX responded on XX/XX/XXXX indicating that they would not remove the disputed entry. This decision raises concerns about the agencys adherence to its responsibilities under Section 607 ( b ) of the FCRA, which mandates that consumer reporting agencies must ensure maximum possible accuracy of the information they provide. In considering this situation, I would like to highlight the legal principle of XXXX. XXXX prevents a party from asserting a claim or fact that is contrary to a position they have previously taken, particularly if this inconsistency would harm another party who has relied on the original position. In my case, I believe that the actions of EQUIFAX may constitute a form of XXXX, as the agency 's initial acknowledgment of my dispute and the accuracy of my evidence should logically inform their subsequent actions regarding the accuracy of my credit report. Moreover, I am concerned about my privacy rights under the Privacy Act of XXXX, 5 U.S.C. 552a. The presence of inaccurate information in my credit report not only misrepresents my financial status but also jeopardizes my ability to secure loans or other financial services. I believe that my rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), 15 U.S.C. 1692, may also be infringed, as misleading information could lead to negative repercussions in debt collection processes. My concerns remain unaddressed despite my attempts to resolve this issue directly with EQUIFAX through Certified Mail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #12376609 about?
Complaint #12376609 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 2025-03-07T12:00:00-05:00.
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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