Analysis of recent posts reveals a split view on the 800‑272‑9440 number. Many USAA members describe the call as a genuine fraud alert from the bank’s fraud prevention team, while a notable minority label it as a phishing or scam attempt. The safest practice is to never share personal data—such as PINs, full card numbers, or security codes—directly to the automated line. Instead, hang up and call the official number printed on the back of your USAA card or log into your online account to verify any flagged transactions. Staying proactive and using only verified contact channels helps protect your finances.
Despite my cell phone being on the do not call list, I received a telemarketing call from this number.
A suspicious call was received from a number claiming to be the USAA Fraud Department, but after contacting USAA directly, it was confirmed that there was no issue with my account.
They call repeadly, but when you answer, no one is on the phone
This number is asociated with the USAA Fraud Prevention mesure for credit cards
Beware of scam calls from this number, as the callers impersonate the USAA bank fraud department.
After contacting USAA's fraud prevention department, they confirmed that the two calls I received were not recognized and had no record of them, and warned against disclosing personal information such as zip codes, PINs, or card details to unknown callers.
This number is associated with a legitimate fraud alert, exercising caution is essential.
During a conversation with USAA's customer service, I confirmed that the number 800-272-9440 is not affiliated with their organization, so caution is advised.
I got a conformation from USAA via there website that this is the USAA Fraud Prevention number, but it seem like a phishing scam becouse it asks for your telephone number and the last four digits of your credit card
A message was left on my husband's cell phone allegedly from the USAA fraud department, but when I contacted USAA directly, they were uncertain about the legitimacy of the number, and the request for personal and account information raised concerns about a potential scam.
Despite not having the charge card, I received a call from the UsAA fraud department, which led me to believe it was a scam
A scammer pretended to represent USAA, which never initiates contact in this manner, all in an attempt to deceive about credit cards
A message purportedly from USAA fraud protection was left, claiming that verification of recent transactions was necessary and a return call was required.
I saw a missed call on my phone from 800-272-9440, so i googled the number and came to this site
After verifying, I can confirm that this number is indeed the USAA Fraud Department, they have a distintive hold music that plays when you're on hold
This number is associated with a scam; it is advisable not to engage with the caller in any way.
About half an hour ago, i recieved a call from this number, google screened the call and they claimed to be from the USAA Fraud Departement, stating i needed to call them back at 800-272-9440, however, after contacting USAA directly, they confirmed that this number is not asociated with them, i beleive this was a scam attempt to steal my card informations.
I dont trust this number, they left a voicemail about suspicious charges to my USAA credit card, but USAA say its not legit
A warning has been issued regarding potential USAA fraud related to this number.
Contrary to concerns, this number is actually associated with USAA's fraud prevention automated system, which I verified after receiving a text about a suspicious transaction and contacting USAA directly.
Maybe this number is not a scam for everyone, but we keep getting automated call, even thou we dont have a usaa credit card or bank account
It's clear that this callback number is a scam, as I received a security alert text and call after a small purchase, but when I contacted my credit card company, they knew nothing about it
This number is completly useless, dont bother with it
I recieved a call from the USAA Fraud Detection unit, they verified my account and I told them I was in Chicago on vacation, now they wont flag my transactions
Apparently this number is impersonating USAA, be cautious and dont give out informations. They left a voicemail about supposibly fraudulent activity on my account, but when I contacted the actual USAA customer service, they informed me it was compleatly fake.
Clearly, this is not legitimate; USAA typically contacts you through known numbers and also notifies you via email if they suspect any fraud, which suggests that scammers are using complex schemes and emulating numbers.
Apparently, this is the USAA credit card fraud prevention number, you can verify the call if you have the app or check online, no need to pick up
Verification with USAA confirmed that this number is not one of their legitimate fraud numbers, but rather a phishing attempt, and it's advised to contact USAA directly through the number on the back of the card.
Hello, I am currently in Italy and I have been using my card for several chargers, I will try to call you back.
The automated call was recognized as a scam, as it requested sensitive information such as credit card numbers and identity details. The call was promptly ended, and USAA was contacted to verify the security of the credit card.