203 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (203) 217-8739 | ||
| (203) 828-6759 | ||
| (203) 780-8283 | ||
| (203) 680-6115 | ||
| (203) 302-9219 | ||
| (203) 285-2860 | ||
| (203) 494-8768 | ||
| (203) 701-6749 | ||
| (203) 266-3452 | ||
| (203) 853-7454 |
Callers from the 203 area code often use fake legal threats and debt mediation scams. They try to scare you into believing you are being sued so you will pay a settlement over the phone.
Threats of submitting a case for ancient payday loans if a return call isn't made immediately.
"Left a voice mail for me that starts out as if a portion was cut off, but it ends with 'if I don't call back then it will be recorded as I waived my right to counsel and he will submit my case'."
Automated threats of arrest and blocked government services due to supposed money laundering.
"Automated message saying my social security number has been used in illegal activities and if I don't call back they will issue a warrant for my arrest."
Fake $399 antivirus renewal charges used as a pretext to gain remote computer access.
"This is to inform you that we have renewed your antivirus security for the upcoming one year and we have charged you three hundred and ninety nine dollars... if you want to cancel the subscription and want a refund then please call on this number 1 203 707 1437. ... Thank you this is Dennis Morris customer relationship manager."
Abusive, high-pressure robocalls to sell extended service plans for vehicles.
"Called me repeatedly, trying to sell me a warranty on a car that doesn’t exist. Asked to be taken off the list, and was told to pull my panties up. Block this number."
Impersonating a grandchild in jail to extract emergency bail money via wire or gift cards.
"Got a call from this number saying this was my grandson; when I said he sounded funny he said he broke his nose in a car accident & that's why he sounded funny. When I asked where he was calling from this person hung up."
Fake 30-minute power shutoff warnings demanding immediate payment over the phone.
"Got a call from 203 499-1652. automated voice claiming to be from electric company who was going to disconnect my power in 30 minutes due to non-payment. It's a scam -"
Fishing for employee emails under the guise of an article feature to sell overpriced plaques.
"Received a call from this number and he wanted my bosses email address said it was for the local publication in the 'That's Great News' section, our paper does not have that (instant alert as to the call was not legit)."
The 203 area code covers the southwestern portion of Connecticut, including most of Fairfield County, all of New Haven County, and a small portion of Litchfield County.
Area code 203 is overlaid by area code 475 . Area code 203 was established in 1947. Area code 475 was added on December 12, 2009. All callers in Connecticut must dial all calls with ten digits.
Southwestern Connecticut's 203 area code covers New Haven, Stamford, and Bridgeport - a region where Ivy League medicine meets hedge fund finance. Yale New Haven Health scheduling lines, Bridgewater Associates recruiters, and WWE corporate support staff are frequent callers.