Noise/Clatter at Low RPMs (1500-2000)

13TDI

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NY
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2013 Passat SEL
Hello everyone,

I'm new to the TDI club with a 2013 TDI Passat SEL. I have had the car about two weeks and am noticing that when accelerating lightly and maintaining engine speed in the 1500-2000 range I'm getting a "clacking" sound that corresponds to revs, sounds much rougher than idle or revs lower and higher Is this likely just "diesel clatter" or something that I need to get checked out? I apologize for the newb question but couldn't find anything on this specific issue on any other threads.
 
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JesseTDI

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Nov 23, 2018
Location
Missouri
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2012 Golf TDI, Premium package
Could be something as simple as crappy fuel but your clatter is significant, I wouldn't be surprised if it was indeed mechanical.
 

13TDI

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Sep 11, 2019
Location
NY
TDI
2013 Passat SEL
Ok thanks, I'm still working on the first tank of fuel from the dealer so will fill up fresh and see if that makes a difference. This was first thing in the morning (high 40s temperature) so it hadn't warmed up yet. I bought from a reputable VW dealer, wasn't certified but have extended engine warranty so hoping any issue would be covered.
 
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