These area the top 10 area code 704 phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (704) 317-2181 | ||
| (704) 901-1996 | ||
| (704) 251-5832 | ||
| (704) 912-0130 | ||
| (704) 447-6227 | ||
| (704) 997-4930 | ||
| (704) 612-2735 | ||
| (704) 457-5869 | ||
| (704) 248-2532 | ||
| (704) 247-5337 |
The 704 area code is frequently used for fake legal threats and Social Security scams. Criminals claim your Social Security number is suspended to steal your identity.
Leaves threatening voicemails about "breach of contract" requiring personal details to avoid service.
"A lady called and left message saying there was a complaint against me and they were going to come to my house or work and that I have been officially notified."
Automated voice threatens SSN suspension for criminal activity unless you call back immediately.
"Robocall/voicemail 'The reason you have received this call from our department is a legal enforcement actin on your social security number for criminal activity…'.Called multiple times."
Claims you won a new car or PCH prize and creates fake urgency to extract fees or personal info.
"Left voice message from 'Rhonda' saying I had registered for a new car in last 12 to 18 months and asking me tk call. I registered with a phone number I'vr only had 3 months!"
Robocalls pushing "final chance" warranty renewals, even to victims who do not own cars.
"Got a robocall from 704-292-6656 claiming to be my car's warranty company saying our warranty is about to expire if we don't renew. I know this is garbage because my car's warranty already expired 2 years ago."
Aggressive home buyers pulling public records to relentlessly spam owners and their relatives for cash sales.
"They called my phone repeatedly asking if I wanted to sell my house. I told them no and then they (someone named Julie) called my mother's phone to ask if I was selling my house."
Claims computers have viruses or blocked updates to trick victims into granting remote access.
"When I answered this moron claims he worked for Microsoft and wanted to know why Microsoft was blocked from my computer, I hung up knowing Microsoft doesn't call people that owns their product!"
Spoofs utility caller ID to pitch "Power Manager" programs, attempting to switch energy suppliers.
"This number just called me first stating that I was on a recorded line. He told me he was with Duke Energy but never even mentioned his name. He said something about tax or energy credits that I could get and asked me if I had central air... Of course I immediately hung up."
Area code 704 covers Charlotte and a portion of south-central North Carolina.
Area code 980 was added in an overlay numbering plan in 2001. Both area codes, 704 and 980, serve the same geographic region. As of January 10, 2001, 10-digit dialing was mandatory.
Greater Charlotte's primary area code, 704 serves Charlotte, Gastonia, and Concord, placing it at the center of the Southeast's largest financial hub. Bank of America fraud departments, Wells Fargo support lines, Atrium Health nurses, and Lowe's corporate offices are among the most common callers.