This problem could be in the transmission or there could be a broken axle, if the vehicle is front wheel drive. Start by checking the computer codes if possible, for any issues that may show where the problem is.
What can cause the RPM on a car to jump while driving is a problem with the transmission. It could be a problem with the gears in the transmission itself.
Transmission Problems, you shouldn't be driving with this on!
I would try changing the transmission filter and transmission oil... It problem is still there you may have to get your transmission rebuilt.
Your transmission is shot. Have a new one installed with a warranty. Just a side note: if you live in hilly or moutainous area, lock it out of overdrive for local driving. Reserve overdrive for interstate highways. When the transmission has to constantly shift up and down it will wear it out prematurely.
WOW sounds like if its a automatic tranny you have a transmission problem. Probably to late to check the tranny fluid. Damage probably already done an you need to replace the transmission RE: Linkage or cv joint if there was no noticable problems prior to this happening
That might be the sign of a transmission problem. My car used to jerk when I put it in reverse. But if you wait a couple seconds until it is completely in gear, I bet it won't jerk. Having it checked out with a mechanic maybe in your next oil change might be a good idea. Tip for checking your transmission: When you are driving 60mph, put your car in neutral - if your car rolls smoothly in neutral, there is no problem. If it shakes or does something weird, you wanna have it checked out. Reminder: Putting the car from FORWARD gear (not reverse) to Neutral while in motion in either automatic or manual gearbox will not damage the transmission.
Try to start it on neutral. if it stars then you have a faulty neutral safety switch.
any auto transmission car that starts in neutral and not in park has a problem with the safety switch. Fix it or bypass it.
I had this problem, I had a faulty TPS sensor
transmission is slipping
you have a problem in your torque converter or transmission pump
If the problem disappears when the shifter in placed in neutral it could be a transmission or engine mounts