These area the top 10 area code 217 phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (217) 863-7454 | ||
| (217) 834-9977 | ||
| (217) 394-8723 | ||
| (217) 283-1958 | ||
| (217) 863-7210 | ||
| (217) 283-1950 | ||
| (217) 283-1803 | ||
| (217) 283-1942 | ||
| (217) 283-1816 | ||
| (217) 283-1954 |
Callers from area code 217 often threaten legal action or claim there is an issue with your Medicare benefits. They are trying to verify your personal details to steal your identity.
Robocalls threatening pending service of summons and immediate arrest to extort fake fines.
"They keep telling me that if I don't call them back to resolve a legal issue, they will issue a warrant for my arrest."
Threats of suspended benefits to extort Medicare and Social Security numbers.
"Your SSN has been suspended and a case has been filed under your name at Federal Court house. So before you get arrested kindly press 1, I repeat press 1."
Relentless robocalls claiming expired warranties to sell overpriced and worthless coverage.
"This number and MANY others similar to it have been calling my phone over the last few months. All are from some people saying something about getting a new 'warranty' on an old vehicle... I have asked repeatedly to stop being called, and I am still called."
Phishing SMS regarding fake Samsung AC orders containing malicious links to steal financial data.
"received text stating 'you paid 2748.96 against Samsung Air Conditioner Order id PY52421VDF at AMZN on 05-24-2021. If NOT YOU, Call 1-833-220-3983' Did not click link, blocked number."
High-pressure guilt trips requesting $20 donations to line scammers' pockets.
"Police charity scam he has called over 24 Times saying he is with the police department and would like to count on me to donate $20 to the police fund..."
Recordings mimicking connection issues asking "Can you hear me?" to steal verbal consent.
"Hello, my name is Sherry. I'm calling from the automotive department on a recorded line. Can you hear me okay?"
Area code 217 covers a large portion of central Illinois.
Area code 217 is overlaid by area code 447 . Area code 217 was one of the original North American area codes created in 1947, and 447 was added to the same area in 2021. Ten-digit dialing is mandatory for local calls in this region.
Central and southeastern Illinois' 217 area code covers Springfield, Champaign, and Decatur - the state capital region combined with a major university corridor. Illinois State government agencies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign admissions offices, and ADM commodity brokers are frequent callers.