716 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (716) 271-1899 | ||
| (716) 442-7194 | ||
| (716) 567-4651 | ||
| (716) 466-9017 | ||
| (716) 483-3212 | ||
| (716) 667-4096 | ||
| (716) 216-3994 | ||
| (716) 413-2949 | ||
| (716) 226-7514 | ||
| (716) 325-3092 |
New York's 716 area code is notorious for fake legal threats and Social Security suspension calls. Criminals use fear tactics about jail time or frozen assets to trick you into paying them.
Threatens 5 PM deadlines for statements of intent, warning of wage garnishment.
"Got a voice message from Susan stating I'm contacting you in reference to legal allegations being filed against you. we are requesting a verbal statement from you. Failure to respond will result in a forfeiture of your right, and a process server will be contacted to have you served at your home or place of employment."
Robotic threats of local police custody for drug trafficking pressed against the victim's SSN.
"And once it get expired after that you will be taking under custody by the local cops as there are four serious allegations pressed on your name at this moment. We would request you to get back to us so that we can discuss about this case before taking any legal action against you."
Demands immediate payment for warranty renewals by scraping public data for vehicle info.
"They said they are from the dealership I got my car from, when I asked what dealership, she could not tell me. Thats when I knew it was a scam. and She wanted all this information about my vehicle. She knew the year make and model. But nothing else."
Keeps victims on the line demanding they buy $330 Amazon gift cards for tax processing.
"Rec'd call from this number stating we won a PCH sweepstake for 1 million dollar check + 78K bonus prize. To claim must purchase an Amazon Gift Card in the amt of: $330. for taxes."
Fake disability advisors recording calls and phishing for Medicare numbers in exchange for free braces.
"My name is Amber and I'm a social security disability adviser on a recorded line... I show here that you recently inquired about your eligibility for Social Security disability benefits can you hear me okay."
Auto-renewal threats for $399 demanding users call back to download IP-fixing malware.
"Does your computer service subscription will be Auto renewed there will be a auto deduction of $299 from your account. In case you don't want to get charges. Please call us to cancel or subscription."
Automated soundboards demanding insurance for fake fender benders or making aggressive accusations.
"Called and said I left a note on his car and hit his fender and wanted to know who my insurance company is.. I laughed and he replied with 'what's so funny B?'"
The 716 area code covers a portion of western New York State.
Area code 624 was assigned to form an all-service overlay complex in the 716 area, with an in-service date of November 16, 2023. Area code 716 was established in 1947. Because of the overlay, ten-digit dialing is required.
Western New York's 716 area code anchors Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and Jamestown. M&T Bank headquarters, Kaleida Health nurses, Roswell Park Cancer Center schedulers, and casino hosts are among the most frequent sources of calls.