Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Improper use of your report -- Complaint #14454495
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 14454495
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: New York
ZIP Code: 132XX
Date Received: 2025-07-03T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-07-03T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
This report is being submitted due to incorrect information appearing on my credit report. Equifax verified that a system error caused my personal details to be exposed and used fraudulently. I have been denied credit as a result, and I am requesting that this issue be corrected within XXXX business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #14454495 about?
Complaint #14454495 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 2025-07-03T12:00:00-05:00.
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
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.