Penn Credit Corporation
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Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-PENN-CREDIT-CORPOR Penn Credit Corporation
2,199 DC complaints · rank #53/656 · 99.9% timely
- DC 2,199
- RANK #53/656
- TIMELY 99.9%
- RELIEF 1.3%
- DISPUTE 15.4%
- STATES 51
- ISSUE Attempts to collect debt no…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO V and H Portfolio
Volume peers
Photo peer: V and H Portfolio (2,183)
Penn Credit Corporation's 2,199 debt-collection complaints sit next to V and H Portfolio (2,183) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Penn Credit Corporation →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 34 |
| 2014 | 141 |
| 2015 | 162 |
| 2016 | 149 |
| 2017 | 160 |
| 2018 | 206 |
| 2019 | 144 |
| 2020 | 156 |
| 2021 | 210 |
| 2022 | 201 |
| 2023 | 204 |
| 2024 | 312 |
| 2025 | 408 |
| 2026 | 107 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for Penn Credit Corporation
According to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database as aggregated by PlainCredit, Penn Credit Corporation ranks #53 of 656 debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume (92nd percentile), using the same dc_complaints sort as the Collectors directory. Penn Credit Corporation has 2,199 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 84.8% of the 2,594 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 51 states and territories, making this a nationwide collection operation as measured by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Other debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report 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.
Within the Bureau's 15-day response window, this company answers 99.9% of forwarded complaints. That figure meets the industry benchmark and indicates an intake process that is functioning on schedule. Among resolved cases, 1.3% ended with monetary or non-monetary relief to the consumer - a notably low rate worth weighing against the dispute percentage. Consumers formally disputed the company's response in 15.4% 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 Penn Credit Corporation: 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 (2,199 here).
Similar dispute rates
Nearest collectors by share of complaints marked disputed (15.4% here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Penn Credit Corporation have?
The CFPB extract lists 2,199 debt-collection complaints against Penn Credit Corporation (#53 of 656 collectors by volume).
Does Penn Credit Corporation respond to CFPB complaints on time?
The timely-response rate for Penn Credit Corporation in this extract is 99.9%.
What issue do consumers cite most about Penn Credit Corporation?
Consumers most often name "Attempts to collect debt not owed" when complaining about Penn Credit Corporation.
How should I read Penn Credit Corporation's CFPB complaint record?
Treat the counts as a public complaint record, not a credit score or legal finding. Pair this page with PlainCredit guides on debt-collection rights and how to file a CFPB complaint if you have an active dispute.
Related guides: Debt collection rights · How to file a CFPB complaint · Reading CFPB complaint 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.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.