Rubber molding damage and rust in 2010 Honda Odyssey

2010 HONDA ODYSSEY
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MOUNTAIN123PEAK
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Hello,

I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey EX and I noticed that the black-colored rubber molding on the two sliding doors are damaged. For the right door, it is also rusting (picture attached). What is the best way to go about fixing this problem? Do I need to take it to a body shop?

Please help. Thanks!
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May 31, 2013 at 5:01 PM
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SINBAD271
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You may want too take it to a body shop and get an estimate. It's kind of hard to see how badly rusted. It may be a chance you might come out better finding a used door assembly and having it sprayed.
May 31, 2013 at 6:01 PM
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Is the door rusted at all, or just the molding damaged ?
May 31, 2013 at 6:04 PM
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How many miles on vehicle. Warranty want cover it at Honda?
May 31, 2013 at 6:06 PM
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There are some traces of rust on the door right underneath the rubber molding. It seems like there is very little rust on the door. The rust seems like it is coming from some metal inside the rubber. I am not sure whether that metal is actually part of the door, but I am worried that the rust might spread to the door. The mileage on the car is approximately 20,800 miles, and I don't think warranty covers it since we bought it used. Would a body shop be able to fix it? Can I order the rubber from Honda and take it to a mechanic? What do you recommend?
May 31, 2013 at 8:44 PM
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I would have it looked at by a bodyshop . They can tell you what is needed. You can even go to the dealer just to get an idea of what you're up against. If its just the molding you might be able to go on line and find it cheaper. You might can even find some tips on how to install it yourself .
May 31, 2013 at 8:54 PM
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Yeah I think I am going to go to the dealer and get it checked. Thanks a lot for your advice.
Jun 1, 2013 at 5:52 AM
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You are very welcome. Thank you.
Jun 1, 2013 at 6:57 PM
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