Credit card or prepaid card -- Getting a credit card -- Complaint #5070912
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 5070912
Company: Equifax, INC.
Product: Credit card or prepaid card
Sub-Product: General-purpose credit card or charge card
Issue: Getting a credit card
Sub-Issue: Card opened as result of identity theft or fraud
State: New Jersey
ZIP Code: 08081
Date Received: 2022-01-04T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2022-01-04T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX XXXX Credit Card was reported on to my credit profile on XX/XX/XXXX. XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XX/XX/XXXX I am victim of identity theft because I didn't apply for this credit card and I don't own this credit card I have contacted the credit bureau and put a security feeze on my credit profile. I reported this as identity theft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #5070912 about?
Complaint #5070912 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Credit card or prepaid card specifically about Getting a credit card. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-01-04T12:00:00-05:00.
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 card or prepaid card) 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.