M.A.R.S., Inc.
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Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-M-A-R-S-INC M.A.R.S., Inc.
215 DC complaints · rank #351/656 · 99.6% timely
- DC 215
- RANK #351/656
- TIMELY 99.6%
- RELIEF 0.4%
- DISPUTE 42.2%
- STATES 29
- ISSUE False statements or represe…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO DataMax Corporation
Volume peers
Photo peer: DataMax Corporation (216)
M.A.R.S., Inc.'s 215 debt-collection complaints sit next to DataMax Corporation (216) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for M.A.R.S., Inc. →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 38 |
| 2025 | 58 |
| 2026 | 16 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for M.A.R.S., Inc.
M.A.R.S., Inc. sits at #351 of 656 debt collectors in this extract by debt-collection complaint volume (47th percentile), the same ordering shown on /collectors. M.A.R.S., Inc. has 215 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 84.6% of the 254 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 29 states and territories, making this a multi-state collection operation as measured by complaint volume. Consumers most frequently describe "Other debt" as the debt type behind their complaint about this collector. "False statements or representation" comes up most often as the specific issue cited - worth a look for anyone trying to spot this collector's recurring pain point.
Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 99.6% of forwarded complaints. That is at or above benchmark levels, pointing to an intake process working as intended. 0.4% 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 42.2% of resolved cases, signalling how often the initial resolution failed to satisfy the complainant.
Educational data summary, not financial or legal advice. Individual complaint outcomes vary. Consumers with an active dispute should consult a qualified consumer-protection attorney.
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Nationwide collectors with similar complaint volume or dispute rates
Two CFPB peer sets for M.A.R.S., Inc.: nearest debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume and by the share of complaints consumers mark as disputed. These are cross-firm neighborhoods, not the volume strip on the forwarding receipt above.
Similar complaint volume
Nearest collectors by debt-collection complaint count (215 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (42.2% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does M.A.R.S., Inc. have?
M.A.R.S., Inc. has 215 debt-collection complaints in the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database, ranking #351 of 656 collectors by that volume.
Does M.A.R.S., Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?
M.A.R.S., Inc.'s timely response rate on CFPB complaints is 99.6%.
What issue do consumers cite most about M.A.R.S., Inc.?
Consumers most often name "False statements or representation" when complaining about M.A.R.S., Inc..
How should I read M.A.R.S., Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?
These figures summarize what consumers filed with the CFPB about M.A.R.S., Inc.. They are educational, not advice - see the debt-collection rights and CFPB filing guides for next steps on a live dispute.
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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.
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