HAKUNA MATATA

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1990s · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H)

HAKUNA MATATA is a 1990 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 16 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2025, along with 30 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2013.

Records from 2013 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 30 April 2025.

Built: 1990
Last inspected: 30 April 2025
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 16
Deficiencies: 30 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date
Casualties: 1 investigation · 2013

Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.

Inspection record

Last inspected 30 April 2025

Recorded inspections16

…physical examinations16

Deficiencies 30 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)

Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

958579

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WDB 3259

342518

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-342518

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)52.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 3.5 ft

Registered tonnagegross 19 / net 15

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderMID-CITY STEEL FABRICATIN · LACROSSE, WI, UNITED STATES · built 1990

Hull materialSteel

PropulsionDiesel Outdrive

Hull shapeShip

Hull configurationMonohull

Hailing portGRAFTON, IL

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 17 November 2025 · expires 31 October 2026

Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)

Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)

Tonnage as PSIX records it19 - Simplified, Gross Ton
15 - Simplified, Net Ton

Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.

Vessel history report

Every record for this hull, in one document — $299

Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

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Inspection history · 16

30 April 2025 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8118620

5 June 2024 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8000828

13 May 2024 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7892994

8 May 2023 Deficiency Check · COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7663550

18 May 2022 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7435471

21 April 2022 Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7427494

20 August 2021 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7292130

13 April 2021 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7174380

23 July 2020 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7014194

6 July 2020 Damage Survey

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6998482

24 June 2020 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6985622

1 May 2019 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6674286

11 May 2018 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6412199

11 April 2017 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6122187

31 October 2016 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6037029

18 April 2016 Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Upper Mississippi River · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5856697

Deficiency record · 30

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine

Issued 13 May 2024 Resolved

Machinery and equipment installed on each vessel must be suitable for the vessel and its operation and for the purpose intended. All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. Starboard engine had an exhaust leak. Determine source and provide satisfactory proof of repair.

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 June 2024
Resolved 5 June 2024
Resolution: Exhaust boot was relocated on the manifold and secured, eliminating the exhaust leak.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 13 May 2024 Resolved

A suitable hull strainer shall be installed in the circulating water intake line. Strainers on the port main engine, Auxiliary engine, and A/C unit in number 2 void all had water leaking. Provide proof of satisfactory repair. 46 CFR 182.20-10(a)(3) OLD T

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 12 June 2024
Resolved 5 June 2024
Resolution: Replanced gaskets in both strainers, eliminating the water leaks.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements

Issued 8 May 2023 Resolved

A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump provided that the pump is permanently mounted. Inspection found that the plate used for the float switch and pump was not permanently mounted to the bilge in the #2 and #3 voids.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 May 2023
Resolved 9 May 2023
Resolution: Received photos showing pump plates secured to the bilge.

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills

Issued 8 May 2023 Resolved

Conduct and log crew training and drills to include fire drill, man overboard drill, and abandon ship drill in accordance with 46 CFR 185.512, 185.520, and 185.524.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 22 May 2023
Resolved 8 May 2023
Resolution: Corrected on the spot.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts

Issued 18 May 2022 Resolved

An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. Inspection found prime mover of the generator did not have guards covering the rotating pulleys.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 16 June 2022
Resolved 15 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general

Issued 18 May 2022 Resolved

Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Inspection found one wire hanging just inside operating station and two wires hanging with ring terminals exposed in close proximity to each other up near gauges.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 31 May 2022
Resolved 15 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine

Issued 18 May 2022 Resolved

All machinery and equipment must be installed and maintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from causing fire, explosion, machinery failure, and personnel injury. STBD engine raw water pump was leaking from water pump shaft seal.

Condition: Design Flaw
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 31 May 2022
Resolved 15 July 2022
Resolution: Cleared to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard marine inspector.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition

Issued 28 April 2021 Resolved

At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline. Lifeline for ring buoy was deteriorated and no longer serviceable. Replace lifeline that meets requirements.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 28 April 2021
Resolved 28 April 2021
Resolution: Replaced lifeline prior to end of inspection.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares

Issued 28 April 2021 Resolved

Vessel is required to have three (03) hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with 46 CFR §160.021 and three (03) hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with 46 CFR §160.037, or may substitute three (03) red flare for three (03) orange smoke for a total of six (06) hand red flare distress signals. All distress signals were expired. Replace with new (unexpired) distress signals prior to operating away from dock for longer than 30 minutes.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 May 2021
Resolution: Provided proof of unexpired flares on board.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine

Issued 28 April 2021 Resolved

Where flexible nonmetallic hose is permitted for use in piping systems it must meet SAE J-1942 or be specifically approved by the Commandant. Fuel supply hoses on generator were recently replaced, but no information on the hoses or documentation was available to determine if hoses were approved for use. Provide proof of approved hoses or replace fuel supply hoses with approved hoses.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 12 May 2021
Resolved 2 September 2021
Resolution: Tech report provided detailing engine return fuel line replacement/repair.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements

Issued 30 July 2020 Resolved

Based on keel laid date, Old Subchapter-T "S" vessels other than ferry vessels carrying not more than 49 passengers and more 26 ft. up to 65 ft. in length must have 1 fixed power pump or fixed hand pump capable of 10 GPM and 1 portable hand pump capable of 5 GPM. Vessel did not have a portable hand pump on board. A portable hand pump was located and placed on board by end of inspection.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 30 July 2020
Resolution: Provided portable hand pump

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment

Issued 30 July 2020 Resolved

A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. First aid kit was missing or had expired items. First aid kit was inventoried and all missing/expired items were replaced prior to completion of inspection.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 30 July 2020
Resolution: Replaced expired/missing items

04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Functionality of Safety Systems

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Prove proper operation of emergency fuel shutoffs.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 6 June 2019
Resolved 25 June 2019
Resolution: The deficiency was cleard to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Prove proper operation of forward bilge pump manual operation.

Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 23 May 2019
Resolved 23 May 2019
Resolution: Deficiency was cleared to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Install missing port side steering snap ring and stbd side cotter pin.

Condition: Invalid
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 6 June 2019
Resolved 25 June 2019
Resolution: The deficiency was cleard to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Clean generator windings.

Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted

Issued 15 May 2018 Resolved

01219: Provide documentation to ensure proper crew training is being completed at the intervals outlined in 46 CFR 185.420.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 21 June 2018
Resolution: Received email showing crew training completion.

Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Metallic Enclosure/Frame

Issued 15 May 2018 Resolved

09209: Ensure vessel's electrical distribution panel is totally enclosed and outfitted with a cover.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 21 June 2018
Resolution: Recieved email showing electrical distribution panel cover repair.

Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General

Issued 15 May 2018 Resolved

07114: Replace missing nut for the vessel's fuel oil shutoff cable attachment.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 May 2018
Resolved 21 June 2018
Resolution: Recieved email verification that remote fuel shutoff had been repaired.

Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards

Issued 15 May 2018 Resolved

09233: Provide guards for rotating and and moving machinery for the vessel's 2 main diesel engines and generator.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 21 June 2018
Resolution: Received email verification that machinery guards had been installed.

Documentation › Logs/Records › Drug Test Records

Issued 15 May 2018 Resolved

18301: Provide documentation for the previous year of all drug tests conducted.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 29 May 2018
Resolved 21 June 2018
Resolution: Received email verification inlcuding drug testing reports.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)

Issued 24 May 2017 Resolved

Vessel was outfitted with a brand new life ring buoy and did not have required markings.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 3 June 2017
Resolved 5 June 2017
Resolution: Spoke with O/O of the vessel and he affirmed that the life ring buoy had all required markings.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Replace inoperative floating waterlight prior to operating at night.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 May 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: Witnessed operative water light.

Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Valve

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Install positive shut-off valve at engine room bilge overboard discharge.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 5 June 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: Valve installed.

Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Piping

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Repair fuel leaks at port and starboard main engine supply piping aft of the fwd bulkhead.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 May 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: No leak observed at fittings.

Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Marking

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Properly mark child lifejacket box on the upper deck.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 5 June 2016
Resolved 31 October 2016

Fire Fighting › Fire Bucket › Quantity

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Replace missing fire bucket.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 5 May 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: Three fire buckets on hand.

Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Safety Orientation

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Add lifejacket donning info to passenger safety orientation.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 5 May 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: Language added to safety brief.

Communications › Public Address System › Cable Run

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Ensure public address system complies with provisions of 46 CFR 184.610 (multiple power sources as per 46 CFR 183.310).

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 May 2016
Resolved 31 October 2016

Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Gear/Clutch Starter (air motor)

Issued 5 May 2016 Resolved

Prove repair of neutral safety switch for port MDE.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 June 2016
Resolved 17 June 2016
Resolution: Witnessed succesful operation of engine starting circuit.

Casualty record · 1

25 August 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4710478

Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Ownership record

The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title, with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.