551-272-9420 – IRS scam reports and user reviews

Dangerous (100/100) Reported as: SSN scam Reviews: 4 Searches: 383 Updated: 04/22/2026
Risk level is an estimate based on user reports and search activity.

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Phone number 551-272-9420 has 4 user reviews and was searched 383 times. Most users report this number as SSN scam (2 reports). Read the reports below and add your own review if you were contacted.

551-272-9420 appears to be a landline number linked to Jersey City, NJ.

The prefix is associated with BROADVOX-CLEC.

This phone number has been searched 383 times and has 4 user reviews.

User reports most clearly mention IRS scam.

Common themes mentioned by users include IRS scam, SSN scam, telemarketing and automated.

One representative review says: “I picked up and it was an automated person that said there was a legal proceeding on my social and to call them before they proceed with legal proceedings on my social. Called back and it was a person who started to…”



What users say about this caller

Based on approved user reports, 551-272-9420 is most often associated with IRS scam.

Users frequently mention IRS scam, SSN scam, telemarketing, automated.

This summary is based on 4 approved user reports.



Information about 551-272-9420

  • Total searches: 383
  • Total reviews: 4
  • Approved user reports: 4
  • Last activity date: 04/22/2026
  • Area code: 551
  • Line type: Landline
  • Prefix location: Jersey City, NJ
  • Carrier / operator: BROADVOX-CLEC
  • Top reported category: SSN scam (2 reports, 50%)
  • Recurring themes in reviews: IRS scam, SSN scam, telemarketing, automated
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Reported call types for 551-272-9420

Type Reports
SSN scam 2 (50%)
Scam suspicion 1 (25%)
Unknown 1 (25%)
Distribution is based on approved user reports.


Common themes in user reports

These topics and phrases appear repeatedly in approved reviews for 551-272-9420.

IRS scam (1) SSN scam (1) telemarketing (1) automated (3) local (2) times (2)


User reviews for 551-272-9420

Same got this call with an automated system stating fraudulent activity on my SS#

Got this call and it was an automated system stating there was fraudulent activity on my SS#, uh, not likely, reporting to local PD

I picked up and it was an automated person that said there was a legal proceeding on my social and to call them before they proceed with legal proceedings on my social. Called back and it was a person who started to ask for information He told his name was David Russell had a deferal ID 707451 called from a 551 number bit said was located in Washington, DC. , Very Combative and rude, not likely a legitimate caller. The reason Social Security Admin Contact is as below on their website: If you cannot use our online services or reach your local office, you may call our National 800 Number toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 where you may be able to take care of your business by using one of our automated telephone services (please see below) 24 hours a day without having to wait for a telephone agent. If you need to speak with an agent, be aware that wait times may be longer than usual, which is why we encourage you to try our online services or call your local office first.

Yesterday the number 5512729420 phoned me a few times. I couldn't answer it. Later I called it back. I was rejected. I called it later again but there was silence on the other side. I think it is nothing important. Probably telemarketer with another ad or an invitation.

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FAQ

What do user reports say about 551-272-9420?

There are 4 approved user reports for 551-272-9420. The strongest reporting trend describes this caller as ssn scam (2 reports, 50% of categorised approved reviews). Read the reviews section for more detail.

Is 551-272-9420 reported as suspicious or a scam?

User reports suggest that 551-272-9420 may be suspicious. Review the comments carefully and look for warning signs such as repeated calls, voicemail pressure, suspicious messages, or requests for money or personal information.

What should I do if 551-272-9420 keeps calling?

If the calls are unwanted, block the number, enable spam protection on your phone, and report suspicious activity to your carrier or local consumer protection authority. You can also add your own review on this page to help other users.

How to block 551-272-9420

On iPhone

Open the Phone app, go to Recents, tap the info icon next to the number, then choose Block this Caller.

On Android

Open the Phone app, go to recent calls, tap the number, then choose Block or Report spam, depending on your device.





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