The 2018 Freightliner 122SD has 6 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 2 brands, covering all 4 engine options (12.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged, 14.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged, 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged and 15.6L DIESEL). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2018 Freightliner 122SD, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. All 6 listed parts are O-Ring (4 parts), Power Steering Filter (1 part) and Steering Gear Housing Seal (1 part).
The 2018 Freightliner 122SD was sold with 4 engines. 1 part fits every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2018 Freightliner 122SD steering parts are ELRING (5 parts) and HASTINGS / BALDWIN (1 part).
Each part number listed for the 2018 Freightliner 122SD opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
O-Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 12.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged | 003881 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Inner Diameter [MM]: 146.5 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING Fits: 12.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged | 003900 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Inner Diameter [MM]: 131.5 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING Fits: 14.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged | 653770 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Inner Diameter [MM]: 155 | View on Amazon |
| ELRING Fits: 14.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged | 653760 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Inner Diameter [MM]: 138.5 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the O-rings that seal this joint. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove.
ELRING supplies the 4 O-Ring parts for the 2018 Freightliner 122SD.
Listed part numbers: ELRING 003881, ELRING 003900 and ELRING 653770, plus the other parts above.
Power Steering Filter
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HASTINGS / BALDWIN Fits: all 2018 122SD engines | PT23629 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering filters. Typical signs include restricted flow — long cranking, weak airflow, or dirty fluid after a short interval. Seat the new filter so it cannot bypass, and use the grade the notes call for.
One part is listed for the 2018 Freightliner 122SD — HASTINGS / BALDWIN PT23629.
Steering Gear Housing Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELRING Fits: 12.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged, 14.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged | 651250 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Steering Gear Housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 2018 Freightliner 122SD — ELRING 651250.
Buying Steering Parts for a 2018 Freightliner 122SD
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Match the engine first. Some steering parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: O-Ring and Power Steering Filter .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 2018 Freightliner 122SD?
Our catalog currently lists 6 steering parts for the 2018 Freightliner 122SD across 3 subcategories and 2 brands, covering all 4 engine options (12.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged, 14.8L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged, 14.9L L6 DIESEL Turbocharged and 15.6L DIESEL). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do steering parts differ between 2018 Freightliner 122SD engines?
Some do. 1 part fits every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 2018 Freightliner 122SD?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2018 Freightliner 122SD was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2018 Freightliner 122SD?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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