Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #13817308
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 13817308
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report
Sub-Issue: Reporting company used your report improperly
State: California
ZIP Code: 91768
Date Received: 2025-05-30T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-05-30T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I have been made aware that due to a recent data breach, my personal information was used to open fraudulent accounts. Pursuant to Section 605B of the FCRA ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ( a ) ), please block and delete these accounts within 4 days : Also, would like to have all addresses and names REMOVED from my credit report, except for my only name and address listed below : Name : XXXX XXXX Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, CA XXXX Please delete and block the following accounts from my credit report Accounts Inquiries XXXX Date : XX/XX/year>
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #13817308 about?
Complaint #13817308 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Improper use of your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-05-30T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Equifax, INC. respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". 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.?
Yes, visit the Equifax, INC. company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/equifax-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.
Disclaimer
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