Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports -- Problem with fraud alerts or security freezes -- Complaint #4849379
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4849379
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: Maryland
ZIP Code: 21209
Date Received: 2021-10-27T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-10-27T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
I am requesting the removal of the automatic fraud alert that was placed on my credit file. I never requested for one to be placed therefore I would like it removed immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4849379 about?
Complaint #4849379 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 2021-10-27T12:00:00-05:00.
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.