Debt collection -- Attempts to collect debt not owed -- Complaint #5827048

Complaint Overview

Complaint ID: 5827048

Company: Equifax, INC.

Product: Debt collection

Sub-Product: I do not know

Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed

Sub-Issue: Debt was result of identity theft

State: New York

ZIP Code: 10466

Date Received: 2022-07-30T12:00:00-05:00

Date Sent to Company: 2022-07-30T12:00:00-05:00

Company Response: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A

Submitted Via: Web

Tags: Servicemember

Consumer Narrative

This account was opened Fraudulently using my personal consumer information. and must be deleted from all of my consumer reports immediately. Attached is my FTC report.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Complaint #5827048 about?

Complaint #5827048 was filed against Equifax, INC. regarding Debt collection specifically about Attempts to collect debt not owed. It was received by the CFPB on 2022-07-30T12:00:00-05:00.

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 (Debt collection) 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.

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