FCC Consumer Complaints – 22 October 2025

Introduction

The Federal Communications Commission recorded 15 consumer complaints on Wednesday, 22 October 2025 relating to telecommunications services. The complaints came from 9 states and territories, with Florida recording the largest share of reports at 4 complaints. The most common issue reported was Equipment, accounting for 4 complaints.

This date falls within a government shutdown period from 1 October 2025 to 12 November 2025. Complaint volumes during this period may be lower than usual.

Key statistics

Total complaints
15
States & territories reporting
9
Most common issue
Equipment (4)
Most reported state/territory
Florida (4)

Where the complaints came from

The 15 complaints recorded on 22 October 2025 originated from 14 cities across 9 states and territories. With a relatively low number of complaints recorded on this date, no detailed geographic analysis is included.

The table below summarises the number of complaints reported in each state and territory on this date, ordered by total reports.

State/Territory Complaints
Florida 4 26.7%
California 2 13.3%
Maryland 2 13.3%
Texas 2 13.3%
Indiana 1 6.7%
Michigan 1 6.7%
Mississippi 1 6.7%
New York 1 6.7%
Ohio 1 6.7%

What the complaints were about

Complaints recorded on this date related to 3 different complaint categories. Phone accounted for the largest share, with 7 complaints. This was followed by Emergency, which accounted for 6 complaints.

Complaint category Complaints Share
Phone 7 46.7%
Emergency 6 40.0%
Internet 2 13.3%
Page last updated: 23 October 2025 with FCC complaints data from 22 October 2025.

The information presented on this page is based on consumer complaint data submitted to regulatory authorities. References to telephone numbers reflect reports made by consumers and do not confirm ownership, authenticity, or that the number was genuinely associated with the call. Caller ID information may be inaccurate or subject to spoofing.

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