Key Takeaways

  • 16,004 debt collection complaints from Missouri.
  • Equifax, Inc. has the most complaints (925).
  • Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed.
16,004 Total debt collection complaints
30 Companies involved
11 Distinct issues

Top Companies for Debt collection in Missouri

Common Issues

Attempts to collect debt not owed 5,615
Written notification about debt 3,321
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 1,982
False statements or representation 1,770
Communication tactics 1,333
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 791
Disclosure verification of debt 484
Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 252
Improper contact or sharing of info 208
Taking/threatening an illegal action 129

How Companies Respond

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

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 12,449 77.8%
Closed with non-monetary relief 3,155 19.7%
Untimely response 123 0.8%
Closed 100 0.6%
Closed with monetary relief 97 0.6%
In progress 80 0.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

    16,004 complaints about debt collection have been filed from Missouri.

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

    Equifax, Inc. leads with 925 debt collection complaints in Missouri.

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

    The most frequently reported issue is Attempts to collect debt not owed with 5,615 complaints.

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