On 6/27/1989 , the vessel CAROLDALE (Official Number 179084) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in OFF MASTERMAN ISLANDS, HARDY BAY, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was minor pollution.

VSL GROUNDED DUE TO AN AUTO PILOT FAILURE Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89. Damage to the vessel was indicated as CONSTRUCTIVE TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 1/12/1990 .