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What does it mean if my car sputters at a low RPM?

When I drive my car relatively slow or whenever I’m stuck in traffic, my car starts to sputter and hesitate. What does it mean if my car sputters at a low RPM?

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Chloe Jenkins · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If your car hesitates or sputters at a low RPM, you could be dealing with an issue with your engine’s air filter or there could be an issue with your fuel filter, injector, or pump.
The best thing you can do is take your car to a mechanic so they can properly diagnose the issue and repair it.
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