Scam Calls from Area Code 718
3 verified scam phone numbers with the 718 area code, with 0 total community reports. Last reported: May 4, 2026.
Most Reported Numbers from Area Code 718
3 shownIf You Received a Call from Area Code 718
- • Don't call back unknown missed calls — this is a common "one-ring" scam tactic.
- • Search the number above or on this site before returning any call.
- • Block the number directly on your phone or through your carrier.
- • Report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to this database using the button below.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is area code 718 associated with scam calls?
Yes — our database has 3 verified scam numbers with the 718 area code, with a combined 0 community reports. If you received an unknown call from a 718 number, exercise caution before calling back.
What state or region does area code 718 cover?
Area codes are assigned by the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). You can look up the exact geographic region for area code 718 at nanpa.com. Note that scammers frequently spoof area codes to appear local, so a 718 area code does not guarantee the caller is actually from that region.
How do I block all calls from area code 718?
Most carriers offer number blocking services. Contact your carrier's customer support to request blocking of an entire area code. Alternatively, apps like Nomorobo, Hiya, or RoboKiller can automatically filter known scam area codes. On iPhone, Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers will send unrecognized numbers to voicemail.
Should I call back a missed call from an unknown number?
No. Scammers use the 'one-ring' trick — letting a call ring once to entice you to call back a premium-rate number, generating charges. If the call is important, the caller will leave a voicemail. Always search the number on RecentScam before calling back.
How do I report a scam call?
Report to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov. You can also submit the specific number to our database using the 'Report a Scam' button — it helps warn others and may trigger a review for automatic call blocking.
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