Curt,
it does seem to be a problem with many trains manufacturers.
in the various scales.

Here's a link that somewhat explains what happened.
http://www.trainmaster.ch/Y-807.htm

There are US manufacturers, making trains here in the US,
but most are right spendy.
Hartland Locomotive Works, In Laporte, Indiana, manufacturer of
reasonably priced, made in USA, 1:24th scale trains.
http://h-l-w.com/
They're as bullet proof as the  made in Germany-LGB trains(pre-bankruptcy).


My fantasy is winning the lottery and start manufacturing
trains here in the US...