That's you steering rack boot, not CV. You can replace it (or just keep an eye on it) , I had my mechanic replace one of mine a year or so ago:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/torn-steering-rack-boot.1215751/
I've had mine on for about 4.5 months, in the South. These tires ride great, good in the rain and wet roads so far. They do pick up some gravel (I have a gravel portion of my driveway) but not terrible. I have the P rated version and they are pretty quiet and comfortable on road as well.
You should read through this thread: For those with torsion bar questions - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/for-those-with-torsion-bar-questions.491948/
I had my whole head unit stop working a few years ago — not intermittent, like you describe. I got a message on the screen to “check connection to the air conditioner” then the physical buttons stopped working under the screen. I had the local dealer replace the head unit with a reman version...