FCC Consumer Complaints – 5 November 2025
Introduction
On Wednesday, 5 November 2025, the Federal Communications Commission recorded 5 consumer complaints relating to telecommunications services, complaint volume fell from 8 complaints the day before. Complaints were reported across 5 states and territories, with no single location clearly ahead of the others. Complaints were most commonly associated with Interference, accounting for 2 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
- 5
- States & territories reporting
- 5
- Most common issue
- Interference (2)
Where the complaints came from
The 5 complaints recorded on 5 November 2025 were submitted from 5 cities across 5 states and territories. Due to the relatively low number of complaints recorded on this date, detailed analysis of their geographic distribution is not presented.
The table below summarises the number of complaints reported in each state and territory on this date, ordered by total reports.
| State/Territory | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | 20.0% |
| Kansas | 1 | 20.0% |
| Kentucky | 1 | 20.0% |
| Rhode Island | 1 | 20.0% |
| Washington | 1 | 20.0% |
What the complaints were about
The complaints recorded on this date fell into 4 different complaint categories. Phone accounted for the largest share, with 2 complaints. This was followed by Emergency, which accounted for 1 complaints.
| Complaint category | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Phone | 2 | 40.0% |
| Emergency | 1 | 20.0% |
| Internet | 1 | 20.0% |
| Radio | 1 | 20.0% |
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.
Complaint categories, dates and complainant locations are based on the source records and may contain incomplete, approximate or user-entered information. Location details refer to the complainant’s reported location, not the location of the caller or telephone number. This content is provided for informational purposes only.