Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports -- Incorrect information on your report -- Complaint #17286739
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 17286739
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report
Sub-Issue: Information belongs to someone else
State: Pennsylvania
ZIP Code: 19146
Date Received: 2025-11-16T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-11-16T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with non-monetary relief
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX account that I never opened appeared on my Experian credit report. It is listed as : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Account No. : XXXX Charge-off amount : {$9000.00} Status : Closed Charged OfXXXX I am a victim of identity theft. I have : Filed an identity theft affidavit with the FTC Despite all documentation, the account has not been removed from my Experian credit report and continues to harm my credit. This failure to remove the fraudulent information violates my rights under the FCRA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #17286739 about?
Complaint #17286739 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports specifically about Incorrect information on your report. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-11-16T12:00:00-05:00.
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.?
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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