iPad lock screen shows missed call and voicemail notification, but neither exists when I look for it.

In the last month I have received two notifications of a missed call and voicemail on my ipad lock screen, but when I check for missed calls and voicemail there is nothing. Today it said a call was missed and a voicemail left 49 minutes ago. The last missed call and voicemail I have is from days ago. I don’t have filter set up yet so that shouldn’t be the issue, I don’t think. Can anyone clarify for me why this is happening? TIA

Posted on Oct 18, 2026 12:58 PM

1 reply

WheelieNick

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Oct 18, 2026 2:42 PM in response to SwampWitch98

Hi there

Please try this

Check Linked Devices: Open the FaceTime or Phone app on your iPhone or any other Apple device sharing your Apple ID to see if an unread log or visual voicemail is sitting there.
Restart the iPad: A standard restart or force restart clears lingering notification caches.
Toggle Notifications: Go to Settings > Notifications (or Settings > Apps > FaceTime / Phone), turn off Allow Notifications temporarily, restart your iPad, and turn them back on.
Call Your Own Number: Call your phone number from another line, let it go to voicemail, and clear it out—sometimes a fresh incoming event resets the notification badge and clears the ghost flag.