320 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (320) 733-6500 | ||
| (320) 999-4586 | ||
| (320) 272-7362 | ||
| (320) 530-0234 | ||
| (320) 205-2057 | ||
| (320) 207-4290 | ||
| (320) 453-3627 | ||
| (320) 350-3485 | ||
| (320) 666-4350 | ||
| (320) 848-5205 |
The 320 area code is seeing a rise in aggressive debt collection calls and Social Security impersonation scams. Callers claim you owe a debt or have a problem with your government file to pressure you into paying.
Aggressive fake legal threats claiming you have been "formally served" over the phone for civil suits.
"I keep getting a call/message from this number saying they are filing a civil suit against me and that I have been formally served. Today a guy named Erik White said to be prepared with my ID at my work or home, he's on his way.... I do believe this is a scam??"
Robocalls from noisy overseas call centers falsely claiming SSNs have been blocked or suspended.
"computer voice said they were blocking my social security number and to call a toll free number and to have a blessed day. Called the number back and after several clicking noises on the phone an indian speaking man answered phone as 'social security office, how can help you' there was a lot of noise in the background so I just hung up"
Relentless robocalls attempting to bypass call blockers to sell worthless car warranties; hangs up if you mention older vehicles.
"Got a call from this number telling me my warranty was expiring on my car and would I like to renew it. Told them I had an old car with no warranty and they hung up fast!"
Leaves urgent voicemails promoting fake government programs to reduce tax debt by 50 percent.
"This is an important update regarding your outstanding tax balance. The new Advantage Tax Forgiveness Program was released this February 2023. And now your outstanding tax debt is eligible to be forgiven or reduced by 50 percent...it is imperative that you us call back at 201-249-5643."
Automated calls threatening an immediate $299 auto-renewal for "platinum" PC services.
"Received an automated call claiming that they will 'continue' to bill me at $299 for some 'platinum' service unless I called back"
Sends targeted SMS messages listing exact home addresses using strange "STOP2END" phrasing.
"I received the same message: "Hey there, I'm Mike Martinez. I noticed *Home Address*. Does the estate want to sell? STOP2END""
Phone numbers with the 320 area code originate from the central part of Minnesota, specifically excluding the Twin Cities metro region. This area code was established in 1996 through a split from area code 612 .
Home to St. Cloud, Willmar, and Brainerd, the 320 area code anchors central Minnesota's agricultural and commercial heartland. CentraCare Health nurses, Coborn's Inc. corporate offices, and agricultural processing recruiters are typical sources of calls.