2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc.

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

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Rental debt

313
Debt Collection Complaints
82.8%
of All Complaints
92.9%
Timely Response
0.8%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

I do not know 107
Rental debt 80
Other debt 79
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 32
Medical 5
Medical debt 5
Mortgage debt 2
Auto 1
Non-federal student loan 1
Credit card debt 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 146
2.Written notification about debt 56
3.Incorrect information on your report 37
4.False statements or representation 32
5.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 25
6.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 23
7.Improper use of your report 16
8.Communication tactics 15
9.Disclosure verification of debt 11
10.Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 7

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 374
Closed with non-monetary relief 3
In progress 1
Consumers who disputed the response 28.9%
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 14
2015 16
2016 9
2017 9
2018 14
2019 11
2020 19
2021 20
2022 23
2023 36
2024 41
2025 110
2026 51

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Nevada 217
California 75
Florida 13
Texas 11
Georgia 8
Illinois 5
Arizona 5
Ohio 4
New York 3
Pennsylvania 3
Virginia 3
Missouri 3
Minnesota 3
Washington 3
Colorado 2

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 49
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 11
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Other personal consumer report 5
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 Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc.

313 debt-collection complaints against Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. appear in the CFPB record - 82.8% of the 378 complaints filed about this entity. The 32 states and territories represented make this a multi-state operation by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Rental debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. The single most-cited specific issue is "Attempts to collect debt not owed" - a useful starting point for understanding where the friction between this collector and consumers most frequently occurs.

The company's timely response rate is 92.9%, meaning that share of CFPB-forwarded complaints received a reply within the 15-day window the Bureau expects. That is under the 95% benchmark collectors are expected to hit, often a precursor to higher dispute rates. Of resolved cases, 0.8% 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. The response was formally disputed in 28.9% of resolved cases, indicating how frequently the initial fix fell short.

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 Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. have?

The CFPB has logged 313 debt-collection complaints against Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc., 82.8% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc.'s CFPB timely-response rate is 92.9%.

Does Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

0.8% of resolved complaints against Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. were closed with some form of consumer relief (monetary or non-monetary).

What type of debt does Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. primarily collect?

Based on CFPB complaint records, Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc.'s primary debt type is "Rental debt"; the complete breakdown is shown above.

What rights do I have against Sentry Recovery and Collections, 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 Sentry Recovery and Collections, Inc. active?

Consumers in 32 states and territories have filed CFPB complaints against Sentry Recovery and Collections, 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.