Porsche 991 Brake Light Mystery: Repair Tips Needed

I had a similar situation with my 2015 Porsche Cayman S last year. The brake warning light came on around 28k km, and it turned out to be more than just worn brake pads. The rear rotors had developed uneven wear, and the brake fluid needed changing too. Found out that it's actually a common issue with this generation of Porsches when the brake fluid gets old or when there's uneven pad wear. Got it sorted at a certified Porsche workshop, they did a complete brake inspection, replaced the pads and rotors, and flushed the brake fluid. It was a serious job that took about a day and a half, but worth it for the peace of mind. If you're in this situation, I'd strongly recommend going to a Porsche certified shop. They'll have the right diagnostic tools and know exactly what to look for with these specific models.

Thanks a lot for sharing your experience! That's really helpful info. I'm actually facing something quite similar with my 991, and I'm planning to take it to a certified Porsche shop too. Do you remember roughly how much you ended up paying for the whole job? Also, has everything been running smoothly since the repair? Just want to make sure I'm prepared for what might be coming.

Hey again! Happy to give you an update on my Cayman S brake situation. Since getting it fixed at the Porsche shop, everything's been running like a dream, not a single warning light or issue. The total bill came to 480€, which covered fixing the worn brakes. Honestly, while it wasn't cheap, it was totally worth it for the peace of mind. The certified mechanics really knew what they were doing with these cars. I know exactly how you feel about being worried, I was too! But trust me, going to the certified Porsche shop is the way to go. They have all the right tools and expertise for our cars. Since the repair, I've put on quite a few kilometers and the brakes feel better than ever. It's like having a new car again! Let me know how it goes with your 991. Always happy to share experiences with fellow Porsche owners!

Just wanted to update everyone on my brake situation. Finally took my 991 to the certified Porsche shop yesterday, and I'm really glad I did! The mechanics found that the brake fluid was old and the pads were wearing unevenly, pretty much exactly what described. The whole job cost me about 520€, which included new brake pads, fluid flush, and a thorough inspection. They had it done in just one day, and I got to chat with the mechanic who explained everything super clearly. The warning light's gone now, and the brakes feel amazing, so much more responsive than before. What a relief to have this sorted! Really appreciate everyone's advice about going to a certified shop. Sometimes paying a bit more is worth it to get things done right the first time. Guess I've found my new go-to mechanic for future services too! Thanks again for all the help!