Key Takeaways

  • 925 debt collection complaints from South Dakota.
  • Credico. Inc. has the most complaints (74).
  • Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed.
925 Total debt collection complaints
30 Companies involved
11 Distinct issues

Top Companies for Debt collection in South Dakota

Common Issues

Attempts to collect debt not owed 200
Communication tactics 135
Took or threatened to take negative or legal action 118
False statements or representation 114
Written notification about debt 103
Cont'd attempts collect debt not owed 93
Disclosure verification of debt 61
Taking/threatening an illegal action 31
Threatened to contact someone or share information improperly 30
Improper contact or sharing of info 26

How Companies Respond

Breakdown of how companies respond to debt collection complaints from South Dakota.

Response Count Percentage
Closed with explanation 801 86.6%
Closed with non-monetary relief 89 9.6%
Untimely response 14 1.5%
Closed 12 1.3%
Closed with monetary relief 8 0.9%
In progress 1 0.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How many Debt collection complaints have been filed in South Dakota?

    925 complaints about debt collection have been filed from South Dakota.

  • Which company gets the most debt collection complaints in South Dakota?

    Credico. Inc. leads with 74 debt collection complaints in South Dakota.

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

    The most frequently reported issue is Attempts to collect debt not owed with 200 complaints.

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