Sterling Truck Parts: VADEN Parts for Trucks
Sterling Truck Parts: VADEN Parts for Trucks
Sterling was a North American truck brand owned by Freightliner and closed in 2009; demand for parts continues in older fleets. Most of the 185 parts in the VADEN catalog matched to Sterling are air brake compressors.
Sterling Models
Sterling does not have its own model compatibility page yet. You can find parts for Sterling trucks through the engine pages below and the brand listing; each page lists the matched VADEN products with their OEM numbers.
The catalog also holds products matched to Sterling model names such as A-LINE, A9500, ACTERRA, AT9500, L-LINE, L7500 and LT9500. These models do not have a page of their own yet; use the OEM number as your basis when choosing a part.
A-LINE · A9500 · ACTERRA · AT9500 · L-LINE · L7500 · LT9500
Sterling Engines
If you want to search for parts by the engines used in Sterling trucks, use the engine pages below; each page lists the VADEN products matched to that engine.
Part Groups for Sterling
VADEN parts compatible with Sterling fall into 3 main groups in our catalog; the cards below list all of them from the largest to the smallest. Air brake compressors make up the bulk.
VADEN's core product line, air brake compressors, is by a wide margin the largest group in our Sterling catalog and makes up the vast majority of the parts for the brand.
Go to category →A small number of VADEN parts for the fuel system of Sterling trucks are listed in this group; see the guides section below for injector fault symptoms.
Go to category →A small number of VADEN parts for the Cummins and Detroit Diesel engines used in Sterling trucks are collected in this group; the engine pages also list parts from this group.
Go to category →Sterling Maintenance and Parts Guides
Why VADEN
VADEN parts are produced to OEM dimensions for a direct fit; every product is listed with its matching OEM numbers.
VADEN exports heavy-duty truck and bus aftermarket parts to 100+ countries, with a deep range in the air brake compressor line.
The correct part is always confirmed by OEM/chassis number; this page groups compatible VADEN parts by brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are VADEN parts compatible with Sterling vehicles?
Yes, the VADEN catalog lists 185 parts as compatible with Sterling. Always confirm exact fit with the OEM number of the part on your vehicle.
Is Sterling still made, and can I still find parts?
No, the Sterling brand, owned by Freightliner, closed in 2009, but demand for parts continues for older vehicles still on the road. The VADEN catalog holds 185 parts matched to Sterling.
Does VADEN have air brake compressors for Sterling?
Yes, air brake compressors are the largest group in our Sterling catalog, with 169 parts. Air brake compressors are VADEN's core product line.
Which Sterling models and engines have a separate page?
There is no separate model page for Sterling; separate pages exist for the Cummins N14 and Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. Parts matched to model names such as A-LINE, A9500, ACTERRA, AT9500, L-LINE, L7500 and LT9500 are listed in the catalog.
How do I choose the right Sterling part?
The most reliable way to choose the right Sterling part is to search the VADEN catalog by the OEM number of the part on your vehicle. Model and engine details narrow the search, but the same model can have different applications, so final confirmation is made with the OEM and chassis number.
Are VADEN parts genuine Sterling parts?
No, VADEN parts are not genuine (OEM) Sterling parts. VADEN is an independent manufacturer with no affiliation with Sterling, and offers its parts cross-referenced to OEM numbers.
VADEN is an independent manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial vehicle parts and has no affiliation, partnership or authorized-dealer relationship with Sterling. The Sterling name and the model and engine names on this page are trademarks of their respective owners, used only to indicate compatibility. VADEN parts are not genuine (OEM) parts; confirm exact fit by the OEM part number.
