Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem -- Complaint #4647483
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4647483
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports
Sub-Product: Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem
Sub-Issue: Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
State: California
ZIP Code: 900XX
Date Received: 2021-08-19T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-08-19T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am unaware of the above listed accounts. Please validate this information with the creditors and provide me with copies of any documentation associated with these accounts, bearing my signature. In the absence of any suchdocumentation bearing my signature, I formally request that this information be immediately deletedfrom the credit file you maintain under my Social Security number. Please note that you have 30 days to complete this investigation, as per the Fair Credit Reporting Actsection 623 ( a ) ( 3 ), and I am keeping careful record of your actions. Failure to respond satisfactorily within 30 days of receipt of this certified letter will result in a smallclaims action against your company. I will be seeking {$5000.00} in damages for : 1. ) Defamation 2. ) Negligent Enablement of Identity Fraud 3. ) Violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act You will be required to appear in a court venue local to me, in order to formally defend yourself. P.S. Please be aware that dependent upon your response, I may be detailing any potential issues withyour company via an online public press release, including documentation of any potential small claimsaction. Thank you for your time and help in this matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4647483 about?
Complaint #4647483 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports specifically about Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem. It was received by the CFPB on 2021-08-19T12:00:00-05:00.
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
This analysis is AI-generated based on publicly available CFPB complaint data. It does not constitute financial or legal advice.