Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #16164647
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 16164647
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: New York
ZIP Code: 11580
Date Received: 2025-09-24T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-09-24T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
Hello, I am submitting this complaint regarding a late payment reported on a recently opened account that requires correction. The account in question is reported as late, but the reporting does not accurately reflect the terms or payment history at the time of opening. I am requesting that the credit reporting agency conduct a thorough investigation and update the account to reflect the correct status in compliance with the FCRA. Please provide written confirmation of the actions taken and an updated credit report reflecting the correction. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$0.00} XXXX XXXX Bankruptcy Dismissed Date Filed/Reported : XX/XX/XXXX Reference # : 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 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 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 XXXXXX/XX/XXXX
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #16164647 about?
Complaint #16164647 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 2025-09-24T12:00:00-05:00.
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.?
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Disclaimer
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