Has the Official Solution for the Eighth-Generation Camry's Jerking Been Released?

[VanLouis]

Official solutions for the eighth-generation Camry's jerking issue have been implemented. Configuration Details: The Camry is equipped with eight safety features including driver/passenger airbags, tire pressure monitoring, and lane departure warning system. Additionally, the vehicle offers fourteen comfort and convenience features such as front multi-layer acoustic glass, remote start, and cruise control. Powertrain Specifications: It features a hybrid powertrain system with a 2.5L L4 engine delivering maximum power of 178 horsepower and peak torque of 221 N·m. The electric motor contributes 120 horsepower with total torque output of 202 N·m, paired with an E-CVT transmission, achieving a top speed of 180 km/h.

[CameronLynn]

Toyota has actually been quietly optimizing the jerking issue with the eighth-generation Camry. When I took my car to the dealership for maintenance last year, the technician proactively flashed the latest transmission software for me, claiming it specifically improved shift logic in the low RPM range. The most noticeable change on the drive home was the significant reduction of that annoying tugging sensation between 20-40 km/h. If your car is a pre-2019 model, I highly recommend checking with the dealership for available TCU upgrade programs. That said, completely eliminating the issue isn't realistic—after all, that's just the characteristic of this generation's transmission, and you'll still feel the shift action when stomping on the accelerator.

[KiraAnn]

As an owner who has driven the 8th-gen hybrid Camry for three years, I know this issue all too well. The noticeable 'clunk' when switching from electric to engine at low speeds was obvious right after getting the car. Later, Toyota released a hybrid system control module upgrade package. After updating at the dealership, it wasn't completely fixed, but the jerkiness frequency was halved. There's also a folk remedy—avoid using Eco mode, as the power transition is actually smoother in normal mode. If your car is still under warranty, go straight to after-sales to check for fault codes. I've heard some batches had defective transmission valve bodies that could be replaced for free.

[Evangeline]

The issue of jerking in the 8th-gen Camry depends on the situation. If it occurs within the first ten minutes after a cold start, it's mostly due to the transmission fluid temperature not being up to normal, which is a normal phenomenon. However, if it frequently happens around 40km/h even after the car has warmed up, it's likely caused by the torque converter locking up too early. For models produced after 2021, the manufacturer adjusted the calibration program, and older model owners can request a TCU reflash at the dealership. One detail many overlook: if the jerking is severe, try resetting the transmission learning values—just disconnect the battery for ten minutes, which works especially well for cars that jerk more as they're driven.