Skoda Kamiq Active Hood Fault

The active hood system is designed to protect pedestrians in a collision. If the airbag warning lamp is on, it is likely a critical fault. Has the car been involved in any minor impacts recently? It is likely a car sensor issue.

No, the car hasn't been in any accident. Could a faulty impact sensor trigger this even without a collision?

Yes, a faulty impact sensor can absolutely cause this even without an actual collision. The system is designed to be very sensitive. The stored error code and triggered actuators strongly suggest this. A workshop visit is recommended to confirm and replace the sensor.

Thanks for the insights. I took it to a workshop, and they confirmed the acceleration sensor was faulty. The repair cost was 315€, as expected. It's good to have the car safety system functioning correctly again.