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On December 29, 2025, service on the Seattle-Bainbridge Island ferry route faced disruption when the 'WSF Tacoma' was taken out of commission due to an oil tube issue. Divers were deployed on January 1, 2026, to address the technical malfunction. Repairs are anticipated to be completed by early next week, restoring normal operations on this vital waterway.

On the night of June 1, 2021, the Washington State Ferries (WSF) vessel 'Tacoma' was unable to fulfill its scheduled service on the Bainbridge-Seattle route because of a shortage of engine room personnel. Consequently, the 'Kaleetan' became the lone ferry in operation for that evening. However, WSF anticipates that the 'Tacoma' will resume its sailings by June 2, ensuring that commuters can once again rely on its service.

On August 26, 2019, the ferry 'Tacoma', weighing 12,684 GT (IMO: 9133977), was officially drydocked in Seattle due to an urgent need for repairs following an incident where it struck what is suspected to be a submerged log. This unforeseen event has resulted in a temporary reduction of capacity on the Bremerton route. To alleviate the situation, the 90-vehicle ferry 'Sealth' has been assigned to the Bremerton route, effectively replacing the larger 188-vehicle 'Walla Walla'. The 'Walla Walla' has now been redirected to serve the Bainbridge route, which was previously operated by the 'Tacoma'. Maritime officials aim to expedite repairs on the 'Tacoma' to ensure it returns to service in time for the busy Labor Day holiday weekend.

On May 22, 2018, the ferry 'Tacoma' officially returned to the Bainbridge-Seattle route, embarking on a scheduled 3 p.m. sailing from Seattle. This revitalization came after the U.S. Coast Guard authorized Washington State Ferries to reinstate the vessel, following necessary repairs to its electrical panel, which had previously prompted the ferry’s suspension from service on May 21. As the evening commute unfolded, passengers experienced a reduced service, with the route operating with only one vessel.