{"id":85189,"date":"2023-06-13T04:10:52","date_gmt":"2023-06-13T11:10:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=85189"},"modified":"2025-03-17T10:13:37","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T17:13:37","slug":"why-your-car-jerks-when-stopped","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-your-car-jerks-when-stopped\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Your Car Jerks When Stopped"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column85189_57dee9-59 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-f21744  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-732e87\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85189_b8d97d-f3\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your car might jerk when stopped because of a bad transmission, dirty transmission filter, low transmission fluid level, and contaminated fluid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty transmission parts like the torque converter, shift solenoids, and speed sensor can cause your car to jerk when stopped.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Other possible reasons for your vehicle jerking when stopped are faulty brakes, deformed brake discs, seized brake calipers, a malfunctioning anti-lock braking system, and bad ignition coils or coil packs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>So you&rsquo;ve noticed your car jerking when stopped. Maybe you were slowing down as you approached a red light or pulling up your driveway towards your garage when suddenly, right as you stepped on the brakes, the car jolted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Causes Why Car Jerks When Stopped<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what causes a car to jerk when stopped? The truth is it&rsquo;s a jarring experience with a number of possible causes, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty Transmission<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First on the list of potential suspects is an issue with the transmission system. The transmission connects your car&rsquo;s engine to its wheels and handles gear shifting. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-automatic-transmission-symptoms-repair-cost-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"faulty transmission\">faulty transmission<\/a> won&rsquo;t shift gears as smoothly as normal, which can cause bumps and jolts as you slow down to park. There are a few reasons your transmission might be acting up in this way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dirty Transmission Filter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A transmission filter keeps contaminants in transmission fluid from entering the transmission pump and getting distributed throughout the entire transmission system. When the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-transmission-filter-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"filter is clogged\">filter is clogged<\/a>, the pump isn&rsquo;t able to siphon enough fluid, resulting in low fluid pressure in the system. This also leads to slips and jerks as you shift gears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel-1024x641.jpg\" alt=\"driver's hands on the steering wheel\" class=\"wp-image-85260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel-1024x641.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel-768x481.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/automotive-steering-wheel.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Some of the reasons why your car jerks when stopped are bad shift solenoids and speed sensors.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low or Contaminated Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-transmission-fluid-and-other-faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Transmission fluid\">Transmission fluid<\/a> lubricates, cleans, and cools the different parts of the transmission system. If your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-check-automatic-transmission-fluid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission fluid is low\">transmission fluid is low<\/a>, the transmission can slip, causing your car to jerk as you shift gears to come to a stop. Contaminated transmission fluid also causes slippage as well as a loss in hydraulic power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bad Torque Converter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your car jerks when stopped in drive on your automatic gear shift, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-torque-converter-symptoms-diagnosis-repair-faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"torque converter\">torque converter<\/a> might be to blame. The torque converter and torque converter clutch do the same job in an automatic transmission as the clutch does in a manual transmission. The torque converter keeps the engine from stalling when your vehicle stops and increases the engine&rsquo;s pulling power when needed. It&rsquo;s a delicate balance, and if the converter is acting up, your car might shudder at different speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>The torque converter and torque converter clutch do the same job in an automatic transmission as the clutch does in a manual transmission.<\/p>\n<cite>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/author\/anthonyharlin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Anthony Harlin, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician\">Anthony Harlin, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician<\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bad Shift Solenoids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Shift solenoids\">Shift solenoids<\/a> activate the transmission&rsquo;s hydraulic circuit and control fluid flow to shift gears in your automatic transmission. When they activate or deactivate incorrectly, the gears don&rsquo;t shift properly and your car can jerk when you shift gears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bad Speed Sensor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A malfunctioning speed sensor in your automatic car can also cause the car to jolt while stopped. The speed sensor&rsquo;s connected to the transmission shift solenoids. It lets them know when the car needs to shift gears. If the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/symptoms-of-a-faulty-transmission-speed-sensor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"speed sensor isn&rsquo;t working properly\">speed sensor isn&rsquo;t working properly<\/a>, then it might send flawed messages to your vehicle&rsquo;s powertrain control module (PCM), leading the engine to jerk or vibrate when your car stops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty Brakes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Brake system issues can also lead to your car jerking when coming to a stop. The brakes have a number of components that can trigger this problem. Here are some possible culprits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brake Disc Deformation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Brake discs, which are also known as rotors, are in charge of decelerating your car using brake torque. These discs need to be replaced periodically to remain functional and safe. Over time, using your brakes wears down the discs unevenly, leading to shuddering or pulsing when braking. This is a sign that the discs need replacing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"transmission assembly image of a car\" class=\"wp-image-85262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/transmission-assembly-of-a-car.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Transmission issues such as a dirty filter and low or contaminated fluid can also cause your car to jerk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seized Brake Calipers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/brake-caliper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Calipers\">Calipers<\/a> squeeze the brake pads against the rotors to trigger the wheel brakes. If one of the calipers is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-brake-caliper-symptoms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"rusty, worn, or damaged\">rusty, worn, or damaged<\/a>, it can potentially seize. This causes the brake to drag as the caliper catches one of the wheels without releasing it. When a caliper drags like this, it&rsquo;s also referred to as a frozen or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-is-my-brake-caliper-sticking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"sticky caliper\">sticky caliper<\/a>. A resulting jolt accompanies this uneven braking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-Lock Brakes Not Working<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-abs-how-does-it-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"anti-lock braking system (ABS)\">anti-lock braking system (ABS)<\/a> in your car detects when a wheel has stopped rotating while your car is still in motion. It relays this information to the car&rsquo;s computer, which adjusts the brake fluid pressure to prevent the lock. When the ABS isn&rsquo;t working properly, it can cause your brakes to act strangely, including jolting your car when stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty Ignition Coils or Coil Pack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The ignition coil provides timed, high-voltage sparks to your engine&rsquo;s spark plugs. A damaged or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-do-you-test-a-coil-pack\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"faulty coil pack\">faulty coil pack<\/a> can result in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-is-a-misfire-plus-common-obd-codes-linked-to-a-misfiring-engine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"engine misfires\">engine misfires<\/a> at low speeds or when you stop, which will cause your car to jerk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;ve noticed that your car jerks when coming to a stop, it&rsquo;s likely you&rsquo;ll have a hard time diagnosing the exact cause. With a long list of possible causes, it&rsquo;s best to visit a mechanic to find out the main reason behind this odd behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prevent Your Car From Skipping When Driving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent your car from jerking, your vehicle needs to undergo regular maintenance and get transmission fluid changes on schedule. You should also avoid aggressive driving habits, and inspect your spark plugs, so you can replace them if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Follow Your Maintenance Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to prevent problems like skipping while driving is by following your vehicle manufacturer&rsquo;s recommended maintenance schedule. This way, a mechanic can determine if there&rsquo;s anything wrong with your vehicle after thoroughly inspecting it. It&rsquo;s recommended to bring your vehicle to an auto shop for maintenance at least twice a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Change Transmission Fluid Regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to prevent a car from skipping as you drive is to change its transmission fluid periodically. If transmission fluid is contaminated or running low, you might experience issues when shifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing the fluid is a good way to minimize issues within the transmission system. Check your owner&rsquo;s manual for the recommended interval between transmission fluid changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Aggressive Driving Habits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to keep your transmission system in good condition, you&rsquo;ll need to drive safely and smoothly. Avoid hard accelerating and hard braking. Similarly, it&rsquo;s important to depress the clutch fully and smoothly release the clutch pedal if you want to minimize the risk of your car skipping when driving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspect Your Spark Plugs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When spark plugs wear out, you might experience misfires. This can potentially lead to jerking as you drive. Check on your spark plugs regularly and make sure they&rsquo;re not worn or damaged in any way. If they are, it might be time to replace them.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>So you&rsquo;ve noticed your car jerking when stopped. 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