FCC Consumer Complaints – 6 November 2025
Introduction
On Thursday, 6 November 2025, the Federal Communications Commission recorded 16 consumer complaints relating to telecommunications services, this represented an increase from the 5 complaints recorded the day before. The complaints came from 7 states and territories, with Washington recording the largest share of reports at 9 complaints. The most common issue reported was Billing, accounting for 11 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
- 16
- States & territories reporting
- 7
- Most common issue
- Billing (11)
- Most reported state/territory
- Washington (9)
Where the complaints came from
Across 7 cities in 7 states and territories, a total of 16 complaints were recorded on 6 November 2025. 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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 9 | 56.3% |
| Arizona | 2 | 12.5% |
| California | 1 | 6.3% |
| New York | 1 | 6.3% |
| Ohio | 1 | 6.3% |
| Oregon | 1 | 6.3% |
| Texas | 1 | 6.3% |
What the complaints were about
The complaints recorded on this date fell into 3 different complaint categories. Internet accounted for the largest share, with 11 complaints. Complaint activity was strongly concentrated in this category, with other categories contributing comparatively fewer reports.
| Complaint category | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Internet | 11 | 68.8% |
| Emergency | 3 | 18.8% |
| Phone | 2 | 12.5% |
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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