Key Takeaways

  • 1,625 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports (735).
  • Timely response rate: 94.7%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 15.1% of resolved complaints.
1,625 Total complaints
94.7% Timely response rate
15.1% Consumer disputed rate
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against First Advantage Corporation break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 735 45.2%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 674 41.5%
Credit reporting 171 10.5%
Debt collection 21 1.3%
Bank account or service 6 0.4%
Checking or savings account 4 0.2%
Credit card or prepaid card 4 0.2%
Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service 3 0.2%
Credit card 2 0.1%
Vehicle loan or lease 2 0.1%
Debt or credit management 1 0.1%
Other financial service 1 0.1%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 1 0.1%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about First Advantage Corporation.

Incorrect information on your report 1,057
Problem with a company's investigation into an existing issue 182
Incorrect information on credit report 139
Improper use of your report 116
Credit reporting company's investigation 15
Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 14
Unable to get your credit report or credit score 14
Attempts to collect debt not owed 12
Identity theft protection or other monitoring services 11
Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem 10

Company Response Breakdown

When consumers file complaints, First Advantage Corporation responds in one of several ways. The breakdown below shows how First Advantage Corporation has resolved complaints.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 1,620 99.7%
Closed 4 0.2%
Closed with monetary relief 1 0.1%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against First Advantage Corporation.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against First Advantage Corporation

  1. Contact First Advantage Corporation directly. Many issues can be resolved by calling their customer service line or submitting a written complaint.
  2. File a complaint with the CFPB. Visit consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company must respond within 15 days.
  3. File with your state attorney general. Your state AG's consumer protection division investigates patterns of complaint.
  4. Consult a consumer protection attorney. If you've suffered financial harm, an attorney can advise you on your legal options including potential lawsuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many complaints does First Advantage Corporation have?

    First Advantage Corporation has 1,625 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about First Advantage Corporation?

    The most common issue reported is Incorrect information on your report with 1,057 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against First Advantage Corporation?

    You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. The company is required to respond within 15 days. You can also contact your state attorney general or consult a consumer protection attorney.

  • Does First Advantage Corporation respond to complaints on time?

    First Advantage Corporation has a 94.7% timely response rate, meaning that percentage of complaints received a response within the CFPB's required timeframe.

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed April 2026.