A congressional panel says taxpayers' estimated loss is down from $40 billion, and the three biggest recipients of bailout funds are heading toward financial stability. But whether the entire investment is recouped remains to be seen.The government's giant bailout of the U.S. automotive industry appears to be working, but it's still not clear whether taxpayers will recoup their investment, a congressional watchdog panel said Thursday.

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