2026 data Public-data reference. official source

National Recoveries, Inc.

Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Federal student loan debt

89
Debt Collection Complaints
59.7%
of All Complaints
94%
Timely Response
0.7%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Federal student loan debt 47
Federal student loan 14
Private student loan debt 9
I do not know 8
Non-federal student loan 4
Other debt 4
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 3

Top Complaint Issues

1.Dealing with your lender or servicer 32
2.Attempts to collect debt not owed 23
3.Written notification about debt 16
4.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 11
5.Dealing with my lender or servicer 10
6.False statements or representation 10
7.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 9
8.Struggling to repay your loan 7
9.Disclosure verification of debt 7
10.Communication tactics 6

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 123
Closed 25
Closed with non-monetary relief 1
Consumers who disputed the response 14.3%
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 5
2014 7
2015 5
2016 12
2017 29
2018 41
2019 34
2020 13
2021 3

Complaints by State (Top 15)

California 19
New York 15
Michigan 10
Ohio 8
Texas 8
Georgia 8
Pennsylvania 7
Illinois 7
Arizona 5
Maryland 5
Washington 5
North Carolina 4
Florida 4
Mississippi 4
New Jersey 3

Other Complaint Types

Student loan - Federal student loan servicing 53
Student loan - Private student loan 2
Student loan - Non-federal student loan 2
Credit card 1
Mortgage - Other mortgage 1
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report 1
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 National Recoveries, Inc.

89 debt-collection complaints against National Recoveries, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 59.7% of the 149 complaints filed about this entity. The 36 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Federal student loan debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The specific issue named most is "Dealing with your lender or servicer," a reasonable starting point for understanding recurring friction with this collector.

Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 94% of forwarded complaints. That falls short of the 95% benchmark, a gap that tends to track with more disputes downstream. Of resolved cases, 0.7% closed with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer, which is a notably low relief ratio and worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 14.3% 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 National Recoveries, Inc. have?

89 debt-collection complaints against National Recoveries, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 59.7% of the company's total complaint volume.

Does National Recoveries, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

National Recoveries, Inc. has a 94% timely response rate.

Does National Recoveries, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

Of resolved complaints against National Recoveries, Inc., 0.7% ended with consumer relief of some kind.

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

Based on CFPB complaint records, National Recoveries, Inc.'s primary debt type is "Federal student loan debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against National Recoveries, 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 National Recoveries, Inc. active?

Consumers in 36 states and territories have filed CFPB complaints against National Recoveries, Inc..

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.