Key Takeaways

  • 24,997 debt collection complaints from Michigan.
  • Encore Capital Group Inc. has the most complaints (1,388).
  • Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed.
24,997 Total debt collection complaints
30 Companies involved
11 Distinct issues

Top Companies for Debt collection in Michigan

Common Issues

Attempts to collect debt not owed 9,871
Written notification about debt 4,159
False statements or representation 3,045
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 2,817
Communication tactics 1,988
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 1,406
Disclosure verification of debt 601
Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 341
Electronic communications 269
Improper contact or sharing of info 260

How Companies Respond

Breakdown of how companies respond to debt collection complaints from Michigan.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 19,790 79.2%
Closed with non-monetary relief 4,552 18.2%
Untimely response 208 0.8%
In progress 171 0.7%
Closed 138 0.6%
Closed with monetary relief 138 0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many Debt collection complaints have been filed in Michigan?

    24,997 complaints about debt collection have been filed from Michigan.

  • Which company gets the most debt collection complaints in Michigan?

    Encore Capital Group Inc. leads with 1,388 debt collection complaints in Michigan.

  • What is the most common issue with debt collection in Michigan?

    The most frequently reported issue is Attempts to collect debt not owed with 9,871 complaints.

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