Scotiabank call warning – is it legit or a scam?

Summary — +14167506018

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Caller Name: Scotiabank
Caller Type: Telemarketing
Location: Canada
Reviews: 52

Expert Opinion

Yesterday afternoon, a call from +14167506018 popped up on my phone. The number is widely reported as linked to Scotiabank outreach, often claiming a compromised Visa or debit card. Callers typically request the three‑digit security code or personal details, then promise to freeze the account or issue a replacement. While some users confirm legitimate fraud alerts, the pattern of vague scripts, unverified callback numbers, and lack of official voicemail strongly resembles a scam. Protect yourself by hanging up, independently calling the bank using the number on the back of your card, and never sharing PINs or CVV codes over the phone. Report suspicious calls to your institution and to the appropriate consumer‑protection agency.

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Recent Reports for (416) 750-6018

14167506018 Reminder

Sunday, June 7 2009, 12:07 - got a call from 416-750-6018 and it was just a machine saying my Visa card's been compromized. No idear what's going on.

14167506018 Telemarketing Scotia

Got a call from some girl trying to sell me the Scene Visa - even told her we're not interested, but she just snickered and said it was about something else. Gave me a fake 1-800 number and everything.

14167506018 Financial

JC personel should definately do their researh, as this is a legitamate concern

14167506018 Customer Service ScotiaBank

At 18:00, I received a call from a woman claiming to work for ScotiaBank, asking about recent purchases and informing me that my credit card would be cancelled due to potential fraud.

14167506018 Scam Scotia Bank (claimed)

Living in Michigan, the numerous posts about this scam number are alarming, especially since there's no connection to Scotia bank, and it's unclear how to proceed after receiving a call from this number

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This situation appears concerning

14167506018 Spam

On Mother's Day, May 10, 2009, at 12:50pm, this number called, but when answered, there was only silence

14167506018 Unknown

The number 1-800-472-6842 was provided

14167506018 Financial "Scotiabank

I'm extremely frustrated with this situation.

14167506018 Scam Scotia (claimed)

A suspicious call was received from this number, claiming my debit card had been compromised and requesting a callback; however, it's likely a scam and I'll verify with the bank in person

14167506018 Financial Scotiabank (claimed)

The caller claimed to represent Scotiabank and asked me to add an overdraft feature to my visa card...

14167506018 Unknown

During the conversation, the woman on the phone provided a callback number, 18002652015.

14167506018 Telemarketing ScotiaBank

Apparently this number belong to ScotiaBank telemarketer for SceneCard Visa

14167506018 Company Scotiabank

Scotiabank is associated with the phone number in question.

14167506018 Financial Scotia

I was alerted to a potential issue with my debit card via a call from this number, which prompted me to verify my account and subsequently cancel my card due to an unauthorized transaction

14167506018 Financial Scotia Bank

I received a call from Scotia Bank regarding my upcoming mortgage renewal, which is legitimate as I do have a mortgage with them that is nearing expiration.

14167506018 Telemarketing Scotiabank

The call was from Scotiabank for sales purposes.

14167506018 Unknown

At 2:59 PM today, I received a call with no message left behind

14167506018

On Apr 3, 2008 @ 10:30 am, I got two calls in a row from this number, I didnt answer, and no mesage was left, thats just rude

14167506018

Yesterday, at 4:25 pm, I received a call on my landline from this number, but no message was left.

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I also received a call from this number on the same date, around 6:30pm.

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