AA Scam - Phishing or TXT
AA Text Scam Alert: How to Recognise & Report Fake Roadside Assistance Messages
These fake messages might say things like:
“AA: Your roadside assistance is on the way. Track your vehicle here”
“AA: We couldn’t process your payment. Update your billing info to avoid service disruption"
“AA: Your membership has expired. Renew now to keep your coverage active"
These texts are not from the AA.
🧠 How to Spot a Fake AA Text
Here are a few red flags:
🔴 The message creates urgency or fear (e.g., payment issues, expiring membership).
🔴 It includes a suspicious link—often shortened or slightly misspelled.
🔴 You haven’t requested any service, yet the message claims help is on the way.
🔴 It asks for personal information, passwords, or bank details.
✅ What a Real AA Message Looks Like
The AA will never ask for sensitive info through a text. Genuine messages will:
Come from a verified sender
Only be sent if you’ve requested help
Direct you to their official website or app for action
📲 What To Do If You Get One
Do not click any links.
Don’t reply to the message.
Report it immediately by forwarding the text to 7726 (this spells “SPAM” on your keypad).
Delete the message after reporting.
Contact the AA directly via their official website or app to confirm any legitimate issues.
💬 Final Thoughts
Scams like this rely on urgency and fear to get you to act without thinking. Stay alert, trust your instincts, and never hand over personal info via text.
Have you received one of these fake AA texts? Drop a comment below to share your experience—your story could help others avoid the trap.
Stay safe out there. 🛡️
Tags: #AA #TextScam #Phishing #CyberSecurity #RoadsideAssistance #StaySafeOnline
