Yes — EVs consistently perform well in safety testing. Many of the highest-scoring vehicles in NHTSA and IIHS crash tests are electric, partly because their battery packs are mounted low in the floor, creating a low center of gravity and leaving more crumple zone space at the front.
Concerns about battery fires are understandable but statistically rare. EV fires occur at a significantly lower rate per vehicle than gasoline car fires, according to data from the NHTSA. Modern battery management systems monitor temperature and charge levels to minimize risk.