Stern Recovery Services, Inc.
Sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database.
Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Medical debt
CFPB collection forwarding receipt
Forwarded record DC-STERN-RECOVERY-SER Stern Recovery Services, Inc.
77 DC complaints · rank #649/656 · 88.8% timely
- DC 77
- RANK #649/656
- TIMELY 88.8%
- RELIEF 0%
- DISPUTE n/a
- STATES 10
- ISSUE Written notification about…
- RESP Closed with explanation
- PHOTO Credit World Services, Inc.
Volume peers
Photo peer: Credit World Services, Inc. (77)
Stern Recovery Services, Inc.'s 77 debt-collection complaints sit next to Credit World Services, Inc. (77) on the volume neighbourhood; peer NAMES stay, and the receipt VALUES are this collector's. Full complaint profile for Stern Recovery Services, In… →
Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown
Top Complaint Issues
Company Responses
Complaints by Year
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 50 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 16 |
Complaints by State (Top 15)
What the CFPB Record Shows for Stern Recovery Services, Inc.
According to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database as aggregated by PlainCredit, Stern Recovery Services, Inc. ranks #649 of 656 debt collectors by debt-collection complaint volume (1st percentile), using the same dc_complaints sort as the Collectors directory. The CFPB has logged 77 debt-collection complaints against Stern Recovery Services, Inc., 66.4% of the 116 complaints filed against this entity overall. Consumers in 10 states and territories have filed reports, putting this collection operation in geographically focused territory by complaint volume. The most common debt type behind these complaints is "Medical debt," which is the category consumers most often describe when they file a CFPB report about this collector. "Written notification about debt" 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 88.8% of forwarded complaints. That sits below the 95% industry benchmark, which historically correlates with higher downstream dispute rates. 0% of resolved cases against this company closed with some form of consumer relief, a notably low ratio worth weighing against the disputed-response percentage.
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 Stern Recovery Services, 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 (77 here).
Frequently asked questions
How many CFPB debt-collection complaints does Stern Recovery Services, Inc. have?
Stern Recovery Services, Inc. has 77 debt-collection complaints in the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database, ranking #649 of 656 collectors by that volume.
Does Stern Recovery Services, Inc. respond to CFPB complaints on time?
The timely-response rate for Stern Recovery Services, Inc. in this extract is 88.8%.
What issue do consumers cite most about Stern Recovery Services, Inc.?
Consumers most often name "Written notification about debt" when complaining about Stern Recovery Services, Inc..
How should I read Stern Recovery Services, Inc.'s CFPB complaint record?
Stern Recovery Services, Inc.'s profile is a CFPB data extract for research. For rights and filing mechanics, use the debt-collection rights and how-to-file-CFPB-complaint guides on this site.
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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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