1999 Chrysler 300M cruise control problems

While sitting at intersection consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Consumer's vehicle continued to accelerate, and struck another vehicle from the rear. Then, vehicle caught on fire. Upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy. Driver and passenger sustained injuries, and were transported by ambulance to the hospital. Insurance company had the vehicle towed and inspected. The insurance company inspector informed consumer that the fire started from the engine.

While accelerating to merge into highway traffic, the throttle stuck open. The engine RPM went to 5500 with speed reaching in excess of 80 MPH. When the failure occurred, no obstruction was found on the throttle pedal, hazard lights were turned on and the brakes were applied to keep from further acceleration until the ignition key was turned to off shutting down the engine. Repair was performed at a chrysler dealership.