Why won't my car start whenever I put gas in it?

2006 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
10,800 MILES
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CDUMAIS18
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I own a 2006 Jetta. It has close to 108,000 miles on it. I bought it used in April of this year. Normally, it starts fine and without any issues. However, when I go to a gas station and put gas in my car, it will not start again after. I have tried every gas station in my area and I have the same problem no matter where I go. It also does not matter what level my gas tank is at. I experience the same problem whether I have half a tank or am close to empty. What could be wrong with my car?
Jul 21, 2012 at 7:49 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check fuel pump pressure when you have the problem. It may be going bad.

Dec 20, 2016 at 2:31 PM
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EXOVCDS
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What engine? New or old body style?

EVAP Purge solenoid (N80) stuck open comes to mind.

Intake manifold is "flooded" with gas vapor... causing a flooded
condition that requires extended cranking of the engine for the
engine to start.

Thomas
Dec 20, 2016 at 2:31 PM
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