2026 data Public-data reference. official source

U.S. Collections West, Inc.

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

Debt Collector, CFPB Complaint Profile Specializes in: Other debt

360
Debt Collection Complaints
88.9%
of All Complaints
97.8%
Timely Response
2.5%
Closed with Relief

Debt Collection Complaint Breakdown

Other debt 127
I do not know 88
Other (i.e. phone, health club, etc.) 63
Rental debt 63
Mortgage debt 7
Medical debt 3
Auto debt 2
Private student loan debt 2
Medical 2
Mortgage 2
Credit card 1

Top Complaint Issues

1.Attempts to collect debt not owed 98
2.False statements or representation 80
3.Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 52
4.Written notification about debt 46
5.Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 34
6.Communication tactics 28
7.Incorrect information on your report 17
8.Improper use of your report 15
9.Disclosure verification of debt 14
10.Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 10

Company Responses

Closed with explanation 395
Closed with non-monetary relief 10
Consumers who disputed the response 33.3%
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 12
2015 31
2016 27
2017 24
2018 33
2019 39
2020 25
2021 26
2022 20
2023 31
2024 38
2025 74
2026 20

Complaints by State (Top 15)

Arizona 282
California 32
Illinois 10
Nevada 9
Texas 8
Michigan 5
Florida 5
New Mexico 5
Hawaii 4
Georgia 4
Virginia 4
Idaho 3
Louisiana 3
Pennsylvania 3
Colorado 3

Other Complaint Types

Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 27
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports - Credit reporting 17
Credit reporting 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 U.S. Collections West, Inc.

U.S. Collections West, Inc. has 360 debt-collection complaints on file with the CFPB, which represents 88.9% of the 405 total complaints the Bureau has received about this entity. Reports have originated from consumers in 33 states and territories, making this a multi-state 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.

97.8% of CFPB-forwarded complaints against this company get a reply inside the Bureau's 15-day window. That clears the industry benchmark, a sign the intake process is functioning on schedule. Of resolved cases, 2.5% 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. In 33.3% of resolved cases, the consumer formally disputed the response - a rough measure of how often the first resolution missed the mark.

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 U.S. Collections West, Inc. have?

The CFPB has logged 360 debt-collection complaints against U.S. Collections West, Inc., 88.9% of all complaints filed against this company.

Does U.S. Collections West, Inc. respond to complaints on time?

U.S. Collections West, Inc. has a 97.8% timely response rate. This is considered excellent.

Does U.S. Collections West, Inc. provide relief to consumers?

U.S. Collections West, Inc. closed 2.5% of resolved complaints with some form of consumer relief, monetary or non-monetary.

What type of debt does U.S. Collections West, Inc. primarily collect?

"Other debt" is the debt type U.S. Collections West, Inc. is most associated with in CFPB complaint data - see the full breakdown above.

What rights do I have against U.S. Collections West, 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 U.S. Collections West, Inc. active?

CFPB data shows consumer complaints against U.S. Collections West, Inc. from 33 states and territories.

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.