Key Takeaways

  • 2,618 total complaints on file with the CFPB.
  • Most complaints are about Debt collection (2,220).
  • Timely response rate: 99.9%.
  • Consumer disputed rate: 15.4% of resolved complaints.
2,618 Total complaints
99.9% Timely response rate
15.4% Consumer disputed rate
Debt collection Most common product

Complaints by Product

The following table shows how complaints against Penn Credit Corporation break down by financial product category.

Product Complaints % of Total
Debt collection 2,220 84.8%
Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports 203 7.8%
Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports 169 6.5%
Credit reporting 10 0.4%
Debt or credit management 4 0.2%
Consumer Loan 3 0.1%
Credit card 2 0.1%
Payday loan 2 0.1%
Bank account or service 1 0.0%
Checking or savings account 1 0.0%
Credit card or prepaid card 1 0.0%
Mortgage 1 0.0%
Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan 1 0.0%

Most Common Issues

These are the specific issues consumers most frequently report about Penn Credit Corporation.

Attempts to collect debt not owed 910
Written notification about debt 385
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 275
Communication tactics 227
Incorrect information on your report 214
False statements or representation 172
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 113
Disclosure verification of debt 68
Improper use of your report 67
Problem with a credit reporting company's investigation into an existing problem 56

Company Response Breakdown

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

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 2,583 98.7%
Closed with non-monetary relief 35 1.3%

Complaints by State

Top states where consumers have filed complaints against Penn Credit Corporation.

Your Rights

What to do if you have a complaint against Penn Credit Corporation

  1. Contact Penn Credit 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 Penn Credit Corporation have?

    Penn Credit Corporation has 2,618 consumer complaints on file with the CFPB as of our last data refresh.

  • What is the most common complaint about Penn Credit Corporation?

    The most common issue reported is Attempts to collect debt not owed with 910 complaints.

  • How do I file a complaint against Penn Credit 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 Penn Credit Corporation respond to complaints on time?

    Penn Credit Corporation has a 99.9% 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.