On 24 August, Coruisk lost power and struck a reef at the Mallaig harbour entrance, losing one of her propulsion units.

The following winter season at Dunoon was only slightly more successful, with slow berthing and many passenger complaints adding to her worsening reputation.

The bow ramp is protected by an open visor, similar to those found on Orkney and Shetland inter-island ferries.

Schottel electric azimuth thrusters incorporate rotating pods protruding beneath the hull, with two propellers on each.

In winter, she relieves on the Upper Clyde, while MV Lochnevis adds Armadale to her Small Isles roster.

[6] From March 2016 until July 2022, Coruisk was the second ferry on the Oban–Craignure route on the summer timetable, alongside MV Isle of Mull.