Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes -- Complaint #4558843
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4558843
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes
State: Illinois
ZIP Code: 60517
Date Received: 2021-07-20T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-07-20T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am unable to pull my Equifax report. Company is saying that this is because of my existing fraud alert. Additionally, there are 2 addresses listed on my previous address secition. One is an address in Indiana. I've never lived in Indiana. The 2nd address is an address on XXXX XXXX That address is not mine either. It, in fact is a place of business. It is not a residential address.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4558843 about?
Complaint #4558843 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-07-20T12:00:00-05:00.
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, credit repair services, 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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