2026 data Public-data reference. official source

ARS National Services, Inc.

A federal complaint-record lookup, not a rating from us.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Credit card debt

452
Debt Collection Complaints
86.6%
of All Complaints
97.7%
Timely Response
5.9%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Credit card debt 200
I do not know 134
Credit card 57
Other debt 37
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 17
Medical debt 4
Payday loan debt 2
Auto debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 141
2.Written notification about debt 83
3.Communication tactics 62
4.False statements or representation 51
5.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 44
6.Incorrect information on your report 27
7.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 25
8.Disclosure verification of debt 24
9.Improper use of your report 16
10.Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 10

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 488
Closed with non-monetary relief 31
Closed 3
Consumers who disputed the response 6.7%
Credit utilization context for debt-collection consumers

Most consumers facing collection complaints carry utilization in the Fair-Poor band. FICO bands per myFICO + Experian guidance.

Ideal (+0 to +10)0-10Healthy (~0 to -10)10-30Moderate (-10 to -30)30-50High (-30 to -50)50-75Very high (-50 to -70)75-100Maxed (-70 to -100+)100-12030%

FICO impact ranges synthesize myFICO + Experian + Equifax consumer-education materials. Individual results vary.

Complaints by Year

Year Complaints
2013 11
2014 29
2015 26
2016 27
2017 43
2018 42
2019 40
2020 57
2021 50
2022 47
2023 38
2024 42
2025 68
2026 2

Complaints by State (Top 15)

California 87
New York 82
Florida 37
Texas 29
New Jersey 24
Georgia 24
Pennsylvania 21
Illinois 18
Ohio 17
North Carolina 16
Arizona 14
Maryland 12
Virginia 12
Michigan 12
Missouri 9

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 35
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 21
Credit card 3
Credit card or prepaid card - General-purpose credit card or charge card 3
Credit card - Store credit card 3
Credit card - General-purpose credit card or charge card 2
Your Rights with Debt Collectors

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) protects you from abusive, unfair, and deceptive collection practices.

  • Request written verification of any debt within 30 days of first contact
  • Dispute a debt if you believe it is incorrect or does not belong to you
  • Demand the collector stop contacting you (in writing)
  • File a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint

What the CFPB Record Shows for ARS National Services, Inc.

The CFPB has logged 452 debt-collection complaints against ARS National Services, Inc., 86.6% of the 522 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 47 states and territories have filed reports, putting this collection operation in nationwide territory by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Credit card debt" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. "Attempts to collect debt not owed" comes up most often as the specific issue cited - worth a look for anyone trying to spot this collector's recurring pain point.

97.7% of CFPB-forwarded complaints against this company get a reply inside the Bureau's 15-day window. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. 5.9% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 6.7% of resolved cases, signalling how often the initial resolution failed to satisfy the complainant.

How to read these numbers, and what to do if you're disputing a charge

Complaint volume alone does not prove wrongdoing, larger collection portfolios naturally produce more complaints, but the combination of timely-response rate, relief ratio, and dispute rate above gives a reasonable empirical picture of how this collector handles consumer interactions. Anyone in active dispute with this company should keep written records, use certified mail for verification requests (see your FDCPA rights above), and consider filing a CFPB complaint if standard resolution channels stall.

Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many debt collection complaints does ARS National Services, Inc. have?

The CFPB has logged 452 debt-collection complaints against ARS National Services, Inc., 86.6% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does ARS National Services, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

ARS National Services, Inc.'s CFPB timely-response rate is 97.7%. This is considered excellent.

Does ARS National Services, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

ARS National Services, Inc. closed 5.9% of resolved complaints with some form of consumer relief, monetary or non-monetary.

What type of debt does ARS National Services, Inc. primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, ARS National Services, Inc.'s primary debt type is "Credit card debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against ARS National Services, Inc.?

Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you can request written debt verification within 30 days, dispute debts you believe are incorrect, demand the collector stop contacting you in writing, and file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint.

In how many states is ARS National Services, Inc. active?

ARS National Services, Inc. has received consumer complaints from 47 states and territories, based on CFPB data.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Consumer Complaint Database · Q1 2026 Complaints filed against firms, not individuals. Data through March 2026.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.